Norwegian Olympic Museum — Attraction in Lillehammer

Updated review after the reply from the museum: This museum is quite nice if we neglect the fact that exhibition is not reflecting much since 2010 games, even 2010 games to me felt to not be presented well and I don’t remember much reference to 2014 games in exhibition either. I got an impression that it was not designed with possibility to extend it after every new winter games out there, which was confirmed by the staff, that to be able to use the available space they are going to adjust exhibition and replace some elements after every new games, without adding a new section.

In general, museum gives you Norwegian perspective on the Winter Olympic games and shows how Norway contributed to make Winter Olympics a thing, worth the reading and finishing the quiz!

What I was disappointed the most in this museum is that unlike to true Olympic spirit some parts of the exposition, and especially the temporary exhibition, were full of political judgements and one-sided labelling of historical events. It can be done much more neutral and I'm surprised that museum organizers can't notice that they expose their own biases and judgements in such important museum's exposition. As it was replied to me, authors were aiming to represent things neutral, but the exhibition may be characterized by the Norwegian perspective and interpretation of certain historical events, but I got an impression that the staff considered my feedback and will count on it in the future. So I’m looking forward to visit them again next time and see...

This tribute to Norwegian athletes and the Olympics in Norway 1994 & 1925 was educational, inspiring, and a multimedia experience. The first video is a compelling historical view of clips of opening scenes of the Olympic games throughout history. I watched this video three times. another section offers clips of actual Olympic events. It was extremely compelling to see Jessie Owens at the 1936 Olympics in Germany, which made me cry. Quotes by famous Olympians add a personal touch The display of Olympic medals throughout history shows another element of Olympic history. The history of Norwegian athletes is compelling. I really enjoyed the section on Sonia Henie and her ice-skating history. This venue is wheelchair entry and accessible. Accessible restrooms are located in the central museum area entry is through the Maya Hogan...

I tend to think of the Olympics as simply a competition to prove physical prowess and athletic superiority, but the exhibits here emphasize the cultural significance of the Olympic games, the striving for human excellence, the power of the human spirit, and the celebration of human diversity and perseverance. Very uplifting! Don't miss the powerful video near the beginning, in which various world leaders--including President Bill Clinton and Queen Elizabeth--open the games over the years, and various cultures display their finest dances and celebrations in the opening ceremonies. Powerful and inspiring! (OK, I cried a little.) The museum is small but includes a section on women in sports as well as a very small exhibit on the Paralympics. You can easily get through the museum in 60 minutes. Suitable and educational...