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Reexamining the Buddha in the Oseberg Viking ship burial
Two Norwegian ship burials contained Celtic bronze figures decorated with symbols that the Vikings shared with the people who had made them. Research suggests that the story behind those symbols runs back 5,000 years, to a grassland the ancestors of both peoples had once called home.2 months ago — Culture and religion -
The Oseberg Viking ship safely delivered to its new home
The Oseberg is one of three ships to be moved to the upcoming Museum of the Viking Age in Oslo.11 months ago — News -
Everything you need to know about the karvi Viking longship
Due to its small and compact nature, the karvi Viking longship was able to ferry livestock and warriors, cross vast oceans, and travel up rivers. Not bad for such a simple piece of early medieval naval engineering.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Oseberg serpent head to go on display for first time
The iconic Viking Age artifact has been in storage for just over a century.1 year ago — News -
The longship as a cultural icon: How ships defined Viking identity
How did the preeminent piece of early medieval naval technology become intertwined with Viking identity both in the past and present?1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Flurry of funding activity should help secure future of Museum of the Viking Age
The confirmation of support from the Norwegian government and the DNB Savings Bank Foundation allays fears of further delays.1 year ago — News -
Exploring three of the most famous Viking ship burials
Some of the most famous Viking ships known today, iconic and striking symbols of their age, were part of burials. We look at how these burials reflected the wealth, power, and beliefs of people in Viking societies.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
10th Tønsberg Viking Festival sets new record for visitors
The 2024 edition of the Norwegian festival wowed the crowds with huge historic ships, fierce combat demonstrations, and experts from all over the globe who discussed the feats of the Viking Age.1 year ago — News -
Discovering Viking art: Exploring the Oseberg style
The earliest phase of Viking art, the Oseberg style, is named after a famous Viking ship uncovered in the early 20th century. Featuring elaborate and detailed animal motifs and intertwining patterns, it showcases the skilled and artistic side of Viking societies.2 years ago — History -
Archeologists call for urgent action to save Norway's Gjellestad ship
First Viking ship burial found in Norway in over a century could be lost within a decade.2 years ago — News
