The State Archives of Bergen is an institution whose main task is to manage and preserve public archives. This includes documents from state and municipal authorities, as well as private archives that are important for the history of society. The archive plays an important role in ensuring access to historical information for researchers, students and the general public.
As part of the Archives of Norway, the State Archives contributes to the preservation of cultural heritage and historical documents. The institution also offers guidance and services related to archival research, and has a wide range of resources available to those who wish to explore Norway's history through archival material. The State Archives of Bergen thus has a central place in the preservation of the country's documentary heritage.