The Gestapo Museum Bergen is a war history museum that focuses on communicating the history of Espeland prison camp and the Gestapo. The museum offers education and events that address various historical themes, and aims to raise awareness of this part of Norway's history. Through its work, the museum contributes to preserving and communicating important historical events and experiences.
In addition to exhibitions and education, the Gestapo Museum Bergen has an archive and library with historical material that can be useful to researchers, students and interested parties. The museum collaborates with associations of friends of both the Gestapo Museum and Espeland prison camp, which strengthens ties to the local community. The museum also organizes the Communication Award, which recognizes significant contributions to storytelling, and encourages the local community to nominate candidates for this award.
