The Living Art Museum Prepares for its 2026 Annual Meeting and Board Elections in Reykjavík
The Living Art Museum has scheduled its upcoming annual meeting, inviting members to shape the future direction of the institution. Taking place at Marshall House in Reykjavík, the gathering will address key organizational updates, leadership changes, and long-term planning for the museum's extensive collection.
Board Elections and Leadership Updates
As part of the annual proceedings, members will participate in elections to fill several key positions. The agenda includes the selection of a chairman, three deputies, and two open seats on the main board, following decisions by current members Sadie Cook and Joe Keys to step down.
Current board leadership has announced intentions to run for re-election, with Heiðar Kári Rannversson seeking to continue as chairman and Sigríður Regína Sigþórsdóttir running for a deputy position. Serving on the board involves guiding the non-profit museum's artistic policy, overseeing exhibition selections, evaluating collection donations, and acting as the formal employer for staff. Interested members based in Iceland are invited to put forward their candidacies ahead of the gathering.
Future Prospects for the Museum Collection and Storage
A major point of discussion during the meeting will focus on the status and future housing of the institution's artworks. Current storage facilities in the Breiðholt district face structural deterioration and impending demolition, prompting staff and leadership to seek sustainable long-term alternatives.
To address this challenge, the institution joined a municipal working group tasked with developing a comprehensive vision for cultural storage facilities across local institutions. This collaborative effort includes representatives from municipal departments, the Reykjavík Art Museum, and national cultural entities, with formal proposals expected by the end of the year. Members attending the session will have the opportunity to share feedback and ideas regarding the preservation of this shared cultural asset.
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