The House of Collections Celebrates Children’s Culture Festival 2026 in Reykjavík
The House of Collections on Hverfisgata recently welcomed a large turnout of visitors for a series of vibrant exhibitions and community events held during the Children’s Culture Festival. The landmark cultural venue, known for connecting Icelandic visual art, cultural heritage, and natural history, served as an active hub for young creators and families over the course of the festival.
Exploring Folk Tales and Youth Art in Reykjavík
During the festival, Safnahúsið featured special projects developed by local schools and preschool groups. Young learners from area preschools spent the winter months exploring Icelandic folk tales in tandem with the museum's ongoing exhibition, Stand Still and Turn to Stone!. Through regular visits, creative workshops, and visual literacy training known as Sjónarafl, these children produced the works showcased in the exhibition I Stood Outside in the Moonlight.
Older students also took part in the seasonal programming. Sixth-grade students contributed shoe sculptures and textile works to the display Traces in the North – Children Mark the Steps, part of an ongoing Nordic collaborative project focusing on the art of understanding. Additionally, local secondary students hosted a hands-on recycling workshop, giving visitors a chance to creatively redesign garments provided by a regional recycling center.
Visitor Expectations and Family Access
The Children’s Culture Festival remains a regular fixture on the cultural calendar, offering families a unique way to experience the institution. During the festival period, adults accompanying children receive complimentary admission, placing young visitors in the role of expert guides as they lead their families through the galleries.
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