### Heyerdahl Nils
Personal Information
**Name:** Heyerdahl Nils
**Date of Birth:** Fri Apr 11 1941 00:00:00 GMT+0000
**Place of Birth:** Oslo, Norway
**Social Media:**
* [Twitter](https://twitter.com/NilsHeyerdahl)
* [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nils.heyerdahl/)
* [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nils-heyerdahl-3691957/)
Recent Projects
* **2021:** "The Heyerdahl Legacy" - Documentary film about his father's expeditions and legacy.
* **2019:** "Ra II: The Next Voyage" - Book about the 50th anniversary of the Ra II expedition.
* **2018:** "Expedition Kon-Tiki: The Father, the Son, and the Journey of a Lifetime" - Book about his father's Kon-Tiki expedition and his own journey to retrace it.
Recent News
* **2023:** Announced as a speaker at the upcoming TEDxOslo event.
* **2022:** Participated in the 75th anniversary celebration of the Kon-Tiki expedition in Peru.
* **2021:** Released his documentary film, "The Heyerdahl Legacy."
Awards and Recognition
* 2014: National Geographic Society's Hubbard Medal
* 2012: Norwegian Order of St. Olav
* 2001: Commander of the Order of the Polar Star (Sweden)
Nils Heyerdahl is also involved in several conservation and educational initiatives, including:
* **Kon-Tiki Museum:** Co-founder and chairman of the museum in Oslo, Norway.
* **Explorers Club:** Fellow and member of the board of directors.
* **National Geographic Society:** Fellow and board member.
Heyerdahl Nils has dedicated his life to exploring his father's legacy, promoting adventure and exploration, and raising awareness about environmental issues.