The Nordic House serves as a dynamic hub for cultural exchange, featuring a rotating schedule of exhibitions that highlight contemporary Nordic design and creativity. Designed by Alvar Aalto, the venue creates a unique backdrop for artistic displays and public programs. We recommend checking the official website for details on current and upcoming exhibition schedules.
Interactive children's art and science exhibition in Reykjavik.
Uncover the fascinating ecosystem of Nordic insects through creative play and illustrations. Children can enjoy watercolor displays, climbing frames, and hands-on games designed to spark curiosity about our natural world.
Insect Exhibition
An interdisciplinary study of environmental change through contemporary art.
Experience how contemporary artists and environmental scientists translate climate data and indigenous knowledge into creative forms. This presentation features diverse media, including photography, textile art, and installations, to explore our connection to changing glaciers.
Ripples Exhibition
An interactive journey into northern nature and creative storytelling.
Discover a dynamic space featuring collaborative artworks by students from Höfn, Snæfellsbær, and Hagaskóli. Visitors of all ages can play, design paper clouds, and explore glacier-inspired environments. Free group tours are available for booking.
Explore The North
Contemporary textiles and craft at DesignMarch 2026.
Discover a curated collection of contemporary fashion, interactive archives, and photography showcasing Icelandic heritage. Engage with local design talents and explore how traditional craftsmanship bridges personal history and modern practice in this cultural showcase.
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Collaborative photography by emerging Nordic vocational students.
Delve into an artistic exploration of cultural and physical limits through the lenses of talented young photographers. This collaborative project unites student voices from Finland, Iceland, and Sweden to showcase contemporary media education in the Nordic countries.
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Whimsical papier-mâché sculptures and interactive food art.
See the colorful, oversized culinary creations of artist Estelle Pollaert at The Nordic House Reykjavík. This site-specific installation features playful papier-mâché figures that invite visitors to participate.
Hot-Dog Poetry Exhibition
Creative primary school student art inspired by Arctic landscapes.
View vibrant mixed media projects created by local schoolchildren at the Nordic House. This Reykjavik exhibition showcases young artistic talent through painting, textile work, and video art.
Exhibitions
Artworks examining soil regeneration and environmental ecosystems.
Discover contemporary artworks by a diverse group of international artists at The Nordic House. This exhibition explores soil as a vital, living archive of our planet, encouraging a deeper connection to non-human temporalities and environmental renewal.
View Membrane ExhibitionInteractive children's art and science exhibition in Reykjavik.
Uncover the fascinating ecosystem of Nordic insects through creative play and illustrations. Children can enjoy watercolor displays, climbing frames, and hands-on games designed to spark curiosity about our natural world.
Insect ExhibitionAn interdisciplinary study of environmental change through contemporary art.
Experience how contemporary artists and environmental scientists translate climate data and indigenous knowledge into creative forms. This presentation features diverse media, including photography, textile art, and installations, to explore our connection to changing glaciers.
Ripples ExhibitionAn interactive journey into northern nature and creative storytelling.
Discover a dynamic space featuring collaborative artworks by students from Höfn, Snæfellsbær, and Hagaskóli. Visitors of all ages can play, design paper clouds, and explore glacier-inspired environments. Free group tours are available for booking.
Explore The NorthContemporary textiles and craft at DesignMarch 2026.
Discover a curated collection of contemporary fashion, interactive archives, and photography showcasing Icelandic heritage. Engage with local design talents and explore how traditional craftsmanship bridges personal history and modern practice in this cultural showcase.
View Exhibition DetailsCollaborative photography by emerging Nordic vocational students.
Delve into an artistic exploration of cultural and physical limits through the lenses of talented young photographers. This collaborative project unites student voices from Finland, Iceland, and Sweden to showcase contemporary media education in the Nordic countries.
View Exhibition InfoWhimsical papier-mâché sculptures and interactive food art.
See the colorful, oversized culinary creations of artist Estelle Pollaert at The Nordic House Reykjavík. This site-specific installation features playful papier-mâché figures that invite visitors to participate.
Hot-Dog Poetry ExhibitionCreative primary school student art inspired by Arctic landscapes.
View vibrant mixed media projects created by local schoolchildren at the Nordic House. This Reykjavik exhibition showcases young artistic talent through painting, textile work, and video art.
ExhibitionsArtworks examining soil regeneration and environmental ecosystems.
Discover contemporary artworks by a diverse group of international artists at The Nordic House. This exhibition explores soil as a vital, living archive of our planet, encouraging a deeper connection to non-human temporalities and environmental renewal.
View Membrane ExhibitionDiscover Icelandic heritage and contemporary visual arts in the capital.
Delve into the artistic spirit of Iceland by exploring various museum exhibitions. From historical retrospectives to modern installations, find engaging cultural showcases throughout the city to enrich your visit.
