National Museum of Greenland
Kommuneqarfik Sermersooq
The National Museum of Greenland, situated in Nuuk, the capital city, is one of the oldest museums in Greenland, established in the mid-1960s. Housed in a historic warehouse built in 1936 near the old colonial harbor, the museum preserves and displays a vast collection of artifacts related to Greenland's archaeology, history, art, and traditional handicrafts. A highlight of the museum is the exhibition of the Qilakitsoq mummies—three women and a six-month-old child from the mid-15th century—providing a rare glimpse into Inuit life centuries ago. The museum also features exhibits on social changes in the 1950s and Greenland's geology. Additionally, it protects several nearby historic buildings, including a restored cooper's workshop and displays related to traditional blubber vats and presses, reflecting Greenland's cultural and industrial heritage. The museum's collection expanded significantly in the 1970s with repatriated Inuit items from the National Museum of Denmark, emphasizing its role in preserving native Greenlandic culture. It remains a vital cultural institution offering insights into Greenland's past and present.
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Consejo: Visitors are advised to check the museum's official website for updated opening hours and special closures. The best time to visit is during the summer months when Nuuk experiences milder weather. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended during peak tourist seasons. The museum offers discounts for students and seniors. Guided tours may be available, enhancing the visitor experience with detailed cultural and historical context.
Datos interesantes
- •The museum houses the Qilakitsoq mummies, among the best-preserved mummies in the Arctic, dating back to around 1475.
- •It protects several historic buildings near the harbor, including a restored cooper's workshop and traditional blubber vats and presses.
- •The museum's collection significantly expanded in the 1970s with Inuit cultural artifacts repatriated from the National Museum of Denmark.
Historia
The Greenland National Museum first opened its exhibition in 1965 in the Moravian Brethren Mission House.
Due to the growing collection, especially with repatriated Inuit artifacts from Denmark, it moved in the 1970s to its current location in a 1936-built warehouse in Nuuk's old colonial harbor.
In 1991, it was reorganized alongside the National Archives to form the Greenland National Museum & Archives, although the archives have since moved to Ilimmarfik.
The museum has played a central role in preserving Greenlandic heritage and cultural identity throughout its history.
Guía del lugar
Qilakitsoq Mummies Exhibit15th century
This exhibit features the remains of three women and a six-month-old child from the mid-15th century, discovered in the Qilakitsoq area. The mummies are exceptionally well-preserved due to the Arctic climate, offering unique insights into Inuit life and burial practices centuries ago.
Historic Warehouse Building1936
The museum is housed in a former warehouse built in 1936, located in Nuuk's old colonial harbor. The building itself reflects Greenland's colonial history and maritime heritage.
Restored Cooper's Workshop
A nearby historic building under the museum's protection showcasing traditional cooperage techniques used in Greenland's maritime industry.
Blubber Vats and Presses Display
This display illustrates traditional methods of processing whale blubber, an important part of Greenland's subsistence and economy.
Contacto
Teléfono: 32 26 11
