


The two exhibits look at two sides of the justice system. In Clues you can view original evidence from crime cases from the early 19th century to today. In Punishment you can touch original foot chains and learn how and why society punishes criminals.

The National Museum of Justice
Welcome to the Norwegian National Museum of Justice, located in Trondheim, Norway.
The museum is housed in two buildings, the Criminal Asylum and the old military hospital. Our reception is in the old military hospital. You can purchase your ticket on arrival.
What's on
Opening hours
Tuesdays-Sundays, 11:00-16:00. Closed Mondays. Ticket prices. Information for group visits here.
Explore our collection!
Explore thousands of objects on the Digital Museum
THE NORWEGIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF JUSTICE
Buildings of incarceration
Read about the many buildings used for incarceration in Trondheim