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Museum · Qeqertarsuaq, Qeqertalik
Qeqertarsuaq Museum
Small museum in an old colonial-era house, with the history of whaling, the Godhavn settlement and scientific research on Disko Island.
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About Qeqertarsuaq Museum
Qeqertarsuaq’s museum occupies an old colonial-era house near the harbor. Godhavn, the Danish name of the town, was for a long time the administrative center of northern Greenland.
The rooms tell the story of whaling and seal hunting, life in the settlement, the island’s Inuit culture and scientific research. Since 1906, the Arctic Station, now run by the University of Copenhagen, has studied the plants, animals and climate of Disko Island there.
There are also exhibits about the island’s volcanic geology and about the warm springs and basalt that shape the landscape.
It’s a good stop before hikes, to learn the island’s history.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour.
Best time
Any time of year. Opening hours are limited: confirm before you go.
How to get there
In the center of Qeqertarsuaq, near the harbor.
Tip
Ask about visits to the Arctic Station, which sometimes hosts guided group tours.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Qeqertarsuaq Museum
What does Qeqertarsuaq’s museum show?
The history of whaling, the Godhavn settlement, Inuit culture and scientific research on Disko Island.
What is Qeqertarsuaq’s Arctic Station?
A research station founded in 1906 and now maintained by the University of Copenhagen, studying the nature of Disko Island.
How long does a visit to Qeqertarsuaq’s museum take?
About an hour.