Final Days of Major Exhibitions and Upcoming Programs at the National Gallery of Iceland
Visitors in Reykjavík have a final opportunity to experience two prominent exhibitions at the National Gallery of Iceland, as both displays conclude their runs on Sunday, May 10.
Final Weekend for Spring Exhibitions
The closing weekend marks the end of Affinities of Form – Artistic Convergences in Iceland since 1970, which showcases significant works highlighting the exchange between Icelandic and international creators. Spanning from the 1970s through the early years of the 21st century, the pieces reflect shared concepts in land art, conceptual practices, and minimalism drawn from both the national collection and local holdings.
Simultaneously, visitors can catch the closing days of Seas' Blue Yonder by Bryndís Snæbjörnsdóttir and Mark Wilson. This interdisciplinary project investigates human-animal relationships and ecological concerns surrounding whales, bridging scientific inquiry and cultural perspectives.
Family Activities and Creative Workshops
Art enthusiasts looking for engaging weekend events can participate in the Krummi Kids’ Club Sparkling Sand Workshop. Scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 14:00 to 16:00, the session invites families to interact with Ragna Róbertsdóttir’s gemstone-like wall installation at the Fríkirkjuvegur building before creating their own tactile artworks using sand and natural materials.
For younger audiences planning ahead, the institution has noted that spots are running low for its upcoming summer art courses. Operating from June 15 to August 14, these hands-on programs for children aged 6 to 12 use the museum's galleries to inspire confidence in color, form, and creative expression. Registration is managed externally via Abler.
Upcoming Regional Highlights
Looking forward to mid-May, regional programming extends outside the capital with the opening of Iceland from Afar on May 16. Hosted at The Icelandic Folk and Outsider Art Museum, the showcase explores mid-18th-century landscape paintings gifted to the national collection in 1928, shedding light on historical attribution and the meticulous conservation work required to preserve them.
To discover more cultural highlights and upcoming exhibitions across the city, explore the latest guides on Musemap (musemap.art), check out the interactive map view, or browse upcoming museum exhibitions.
