The foundation Bymuseet i Bergen

The Foundation Bymuseet i Bergen includes nine museums specialising in cultural history and archaeology and has 60 permanent employees. The foundation's board consists of eight members.

The Foundation Bymuseet i Bergen is dedicated to preserving, managing, and sharing Bergen’s cultural and historical heritage. Through its diverse museums, collections, and activities, the foundation offers insight into the city’s history, architecture, and culture—making it accessible and engaging for both locals and visitors.

Responsible for some of Bergen’s most renowned historical sites and collections, the foundation’s work spans from conservation and building preservation to curating historical experiences through exhibitions, events, and digital platforms. By blending modern approaches with traditional heritage management, Bymuseet i Bergen plays a crucial role in keeping the city’s rich history alive and relevant for future generations.

The foundation has 60 permanent employees and an annual budget of approximately 60 million NOK.

Board

The museum’s board has eight members appointed by the representative council, Bergen Municipality, Vestland County Municipality, and museum employees.

The board meets six times a year to oversee strategy, make key decisions, and ensure the foundation preserves and shares Bergen’s cultural heritage.

Learn more about the Board

Our Departments

  • Managing Director
    Bjørgvin Thorsteinsson
  • Administration Department
    Head: Marius Hausken
  • Marketing Department
    Head: Astrid M. Strømsnes
  • Department of Public Outreach
    Head: Kari Skarprud Pettersen
  • Building Development and Operations
    Head: Øystein Helgesen
  • Department of Building Protection and Collection
    Head: Åse Tveitnes

Extra resources

  • Digital Museum: Explore parts of our artefact and photo collection on the Digital Museum platform.
  • Donations: Interested in contributing to our collections? Click here for more information.
  • Guidelines for Prioritisation, Deaccessioning, and Disposal of Cultural Artefacts: Available in both Norwegian and English..
  • Report: Read our reflections on collection prioritisation and experiences in the report “Tidying the Past – For the Future” (“Vi rydder i fortiden – for fremtiden”).

Contact staff in Bymuseet

Alexander Myrtvedt Section Manager for Building Conservation
Anders Dragesund Maintenance Operator
Anne Brit Vihovde Inspector for Håkon’s Hall
Anne Marie Tverberg Rental Coordinator
Arnstein Hope Carpenter
Åse Tveitnes Department Manager for Building Conservation and Collections Management
Astrid M. Strømsnes Commercial Manager
Baard Olav Skogrand Chief Conservator
Bendik Olsen Løvaas Carpenter
Berit Eggen Solstad Museum Educator
Bjarte Gullachsen Senior Advisor
Bjørgvin Thorsteinsson Managing Director
Christine Frønsdal Volunteer Coordinator
Dag Jenseg Senior Advisor
Elin Johannessen Information Officer
Erlend Bernt Eliassen Operations Technician
Erlend Fikse Fire and Safety Coordinator
Espen Kutschera Museum Educator
Espen Svendsen Project Leader for Digitization
Grete Kristina Eilertsen Conservator/Section Leader
Gunn Eide Collection Consultant
Gunn Kristin Monsen Section Leader, Marketing Communication and Store
Guro Koksvik Lund Collection Manager
Hanne Gunhild Spilling Johanssen Collection Consultant
Harald Frode Mårstig Operations Manager
Ian Holcroft Exhibition Architect
Ida Aurèlia Greiff Conservator
Jacob Schroll Architect
Johannes Strand Senior Advisor
Johnny Lyngbø Painter
Justyna Dalberg Cleaning Manager
Kari Skarprud Pettersen Exhibitions and Outreach Manager
Katarzyna Rutkowska Cleaner
Katrine Lokøy Store Manager
Khalid Elmaz Cleaner
Kjell-Erik Hopland Household Manager for Håkonshallen
Kjersti Olsen Administrative Consultant
Knut Høiaas University Lecturer
Kristine M.E. Olsen Museum Educator and Reception Manager
Kristine Takvam Gardener
Lars Voss Sørhus Museum Educator
Lauritz Haar Managing Director, Regional Pilgrimage Center Bergen
Leander Riple Vetti Carpenter
Magnus Andre Bakke Skorpen Operations Manager
Margareth Hosøy Presenter/Museum Actor
Marius Hausken Administration Manager
Martha Lillestøl Reception Manager
Mary-Anne Kismul Museum Host
Mohammad Alkourdi Section Leader for Business Support
Na Zhou Section Leader for Finance
Nina Moldskred Conservator
Øystein Helgesen Building Development and Operations Manager
Petter Indrevær Operations Manager
Ralf Reuters Carpenter
Saulius Jonauskis Carpenter
Sigrid Samset Mygland Chief Conservator
Sissel Ringkjøb HR Consultant
Sølvi Vik Section Leader for Collection Management
Susanne Larsson Gardener
Tine Erika Fuglseth Graphic Designer