The Norwegian Archive, Library and Museum Authority – our role in a society based on knowledge and culture

This paper describes a new unitary organization, set up for the purpose of developing and coordinating the resources in libraries, museums and archives in Norway. First, we give a brief introduction to the main aims for archives, libraries and museums as we view them in our country, followed by an outline of the main objectives of the Norwegian Archive, Library and Museum Authority. Next we give an overview of the national strategies for preserving digital culture outlined in various official documents. In the last part we outline our international profile and some of our intentions, although these have not yet been implemented in an official strategic plan.