National Library of Norway
LibrariesOslo, Norway51-200 Employees
The National Library of Norway, based in Oslo, is a public institution within the libraries sector dedicated to serving as a premier source of information about Norway, Norwegians, and Norwegian culture. Its mandate covers the collection, preservation, and distribution of Norwegian media, with a focus on establishing and making accessible a broad range of materials for research and cultural understanding. The library's activities are directed at supporting scholars, institutions, and the general public by ensuring long-term archiving and broad access to national resources. As Norway’s central bibliographic and cultural repository, it operates within the national context of information stewardship and cultural preservation, serving as a key resource for information and heritage management. The organization is located in Oslo and maintains a workforce capable of managing diverse collections and services integral to its archiving and distribution mission.