ABOUT POLARIA

The Foundation Polaria

An Arctic experience center that connects research, nature and people.

Welcome to Polaria , the world's northernmost aquarium and Northern Norway's largest indoor attraction. Polaria is located in the heart of Tromsø, just a stone's throw from the city center with a view of the sea. With us you get more than just an experience, you get a living journey through the Arctic.

We are the only place in the world where you can meet bearded seals up close. In addition, we have an Arctic aquarium filled with species from the region, impressive panoramic films, and interactive exhibits that engage and inspire both young and old.

Polaria is a non-profit foundation with an important purpose: to disseminate knowledge about the Arctic, the marine environment and climate change. We collaborate with the Fram Center, one of Norway's leading research environments, and make research accessible to the public through unique exhibitions.

Whether you are a curious tourist, local adventurer or a knowledge-hungry guest – at Polaria you get a real, engaging and sustainable Arctic experience.

You can read more about our aquarium here.

Our employees

Anne Grete Johansen

Anne Grete Johansen

CEO

anne.g.johansen@polaria.no

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Anja Berg

Director of Retail and Reception

anja.berg@polaria.no

Espen Rafter

Espen Rafter

Director of Aquarium Operations

espen.rafter@polaria.no

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Gabriella Berglund

Commercial Director

gabriella.berglund@polaria.no

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Anne Ragnhild Fause

Digital Content Producer

anne.fause@polaria.no

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Milla Christiansen

Webshop Manager

milla.christiansen@polaria.no

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Cecilia Scandola

Head Receptionist

cecilia.scandola@polaria.no

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Monica Mathisen

Apprentice

monica.mathisen@ polaria .no

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Nina Hartl

Retail and Reception Associate

nina.hartl@polaria.no

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Leni Nilsen

Educator and Aquarist

leni.nilsen@polaria.no

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Stine Fiskaa

Head Trainer

stine.fiskaa@polaria.no

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Cathrin Dalen

Seal Trainer

cathrin.dalen@polaria.no

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Atanas Gramadnikov

Aquarium Curator

atanas.gramadnikov@polaria.no

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Martine Duckert Pedersen

Aquarist

martine.pedersen@ polaria .no

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Stine Charlotte Benjaminsen

Head of Exhibitions and Science Outreach

stine.benjaminsen@polaria.no

For booking and general inquiries to Polaria
booking@polaria.no

For inquiries regarding online store
smelt@polaria.no