The executioner's room
The exhibit shows different forms of punishments that existed in King Christian Vs Norwegian law from 1687 up until the last beheading in 1876. Shaming punishments were conducted in public.
Pliers used to torture the convicted before beheading
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.
