Exploring Current Exhibitions and Special Events at The House of Collections in Reykjavík
Visitors stepping into The House of Collections in Reykjavík can look forward to a dynamic weekly lineup featuring musical performances, hands-on family activities, and distinct cultural explorations. As a key branch connecting local visual art, heritage, and natural history, the landmark former national library serves as an inspiring backdrop for engaging cultural programming.
Special Concerts in the Reading Room
A highlight for music and history enthusiasts takes place in the building’s atmospheric Reading Room. The Gadus Morhua ensemble presents a special program exploring the historic interplay between the traditional Icelandic baðstofa and the Baroque era. Drawing inspiration from the 1810 travel accounts of Scottish mineralogist Sir George Steuart Mackenzie, the performance revives an evening gathering from the home of Magnús Stephensen.
Audiences can experience works such as the Kiss Cantata by 18th-century Scottish composer James Oswald, interpreted through a fresh Icelandic translation created by poet and cellist Steinunn Arnbjörg Stefánsdóttir. Admission to the concert is free, offering an accessible cultural outing for anyone visiting the galleries. Further details about the ensemble's appearances can be found on the Gadus Morhua Facebook Event page.
Family Art Workshops and Creative Discovery
Families exploring local culture spots can also participate in interactive programming designed for younger visitors. The Krummi Kids’ Club hosts creative art workshops where children delve into elf-themed artworks. Participants closely examine pieces like Finnur Jónsson’s I Stood Outside in the Moonlight before joining hands-on sessions to design and decorate their own custom crowns.
Families interested in upcoming youth activities can check the Krakkaklúbburinn Krummi Facebook Event or learn more through the Krummi Kids' Club overview.
To plan your visit and explore more cultural landmarks across the city, check out the latest updates on Musemap (musemap.art), browse through the museum catalog, or view the interactive city map.
