The Architecture of the New The Whale Museum in Norway and Ancient Art
4 min readNov 1, 2020
The Whale, Norway. The new Arctic attraction. Expected to open to the public in 2022.
“If size really mattered, the whale, not the shark, would rule the waters.”
― Matshona Dhliwayo
The Whale is the latest piece of contemporary architecture planned for the Arctic Circle.
It is located 185 miles north of the Arctic Circle on the island of Andøya, The Whale gives an unique view of the natural landscape and seaside.
The Whale, tells the story of the big inhabitants of this underwater world.
The museum is just another step in transforming the Arctic into a premier travel destination.
The building rises like a gentle hill on the rocky coast.
A single curved concrete shell makes up the roof of The Whale.
