Besides the libraries of the architectural schools in Oslo and Trondheim it is the only specialized architectural library in Norway. The library is mainly organized for members of NAL, but information services are provided to anyone with an interest in the subject. Further Education NAL offers its members and affiliated professionals courses, seminars etc. Great emphasis and concern are placed on environmental issues and how health and physical environment play an increasingly more important role for the architect. Courses and seminars are organized as short and intensive gatherings lasting from one to three days, whilst study trips abroad last from 5 to 15 days.
Every issue carries a summary in English.
Arkitektnytt comes out 20 times a year and is the architects' forum for news and debate. Both journals are circulated to all members of NAL as well as to members of the interior design and landscape architecture associations. A number of subscribers are also to be found among other members of the building industry and the public. NAM has the status of a National museum and is therefore open to everyone. The collection of the museum consists mainly of original drawings, models, photographs etc.