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The Alexander L. Kielland disaster is the largest industrial accident in Norway to date, and its aftermath has been significant for survivors, next-of-kin and the industry itself. After years of controversy and questioning surrounding the incident, funding was granted for an ongoing documentation project led by the Norwegian Petroleum Museum. The project’s mandate was to help ensure that relatives, survivors, and others affected by the accident feel seen, heard and taken seriously - and that, as much as possible, they can find answers to their questions. This paper presents key documentation compiled by the Petroleum Museum, the National Archives of Norway and the University of Stavanger, as well as its significance for researchers, survivors of the accident, and their relatives.