Henie Onstad Kunstsenter is a major contemporary art museum in Bærum, in the Akershus region of Norway. It is also known in English as the Henie Onstad Art Centre. The centre presents both modern and contemporary art, with a permanent collection and a programme of rotating exhibitions, so there is usually something new to see on each visit.
The setting
The museum sits on the Høvikodden peninsula, on the edge of the Oslofjord. The location is part of what makes a trip here appealing: the building is set among open landscape, and the fjord views from the grounds give the visit a calm, outdoor quality alongside the art indoors.
What to expect
- Modern and contemporary art across changing exhibitions
- A permanent collection alongside temporary shows
- Scenic fjord views from the peninsula
Because the exhibitions rotate, it is worth checking what is on before you travel, and confirming opening times directly with the centre. The address is Sonja Henies vei 31, 1311 Høvikodden, and the telephone number is +47 67 80 48 80.
A visit suits anyone with an interest in contemporary art who would enjoy combining gallery time with a walk by the water. It is a good choice for a half day or a full afternoon, with the fjord and the surrounding area of Bærum to explore before or after.