When was the Chieftain House at Borg uncovered by archaeologists?
Archaeologists uncovered the Chieftain House at Borg in 1983. This large Viking Age building was believed to have been established around the year 500 AD.
Questions about Lofotr Viking Museum
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who designed the main building for the Lofotr Viking Museum?
Norwegian architect Gisle Jakhelln designed the main building for the museum. He chose to reconstruct the chieftain's house slightly north of the original excavation site.
What is the length of the reconstructed building at the Lofotr Viking Museum?
The new structure spans 83 meters or 272 feet in length. It includes a blacksmith's forge alongside the main hall and two ship replicas stand as part of the complex near their boathouses.
When did the Lofotr Viking Museum open its doors to visitors?
The Lofotr Viking Museum opened its doors in 1995 after years of work. Visitors enter two permanent exhibition halls today where videos and unique artifacts display the finding and excavation of Borg within these spaces.
Why was the planned enlargement of the facility postponed in September 2006?
Workers discovered some 2,000-year-old cooking sites at the location during digging process. Pole holes also appeared during the digging process which led to the postponement of the project.