ENIGMA

At ENIGMA, explore two distinct exhibition areas that together trace the history of Danish communication and media. From the establishment of the postal service in 1624, through the rise of mass communication in sound and images, to today’s digital landscape, ENIGMA showcases the groundbreaking ideas that turned into incredible inventions, connecting people and making the world both larger and smaller at once. Dive into stories of eavesdropping, surveillance, misinformation, and how communication technologies have both threatened and shaped society—past and present.

ENIGMA’s kids’ area immerses young visitors in the fascinating world behind our smartphones, all through hands-on experiences reminiscent of the days before the internet and iPads. Slide, crawl, twist, lift, and touch phones as you play postman, send an emoji around the globe, type letters on a typewriter, and design your own stamp.

The computer game stands as one of the most influential cultural products of our time. In the museum’s arcade hall, you can meet the iconic arcade heroes of the 80s and those who shaped the games both on and off the screen. Test out gaming technology from the past and relive—or discover—the thrill of the gaming revolution. In the basement, ENIGMA not only presents a historical exhibition on digital games but also features an active arcade hall where the fun continues.