This page provides the latest news and official updates regarding the Water in Icelandic Nature exhibition. Visitors are encouraged to check back regularly for information on any changes or new developments at the Perlan facility.
The Icelandic Minister of Culture, Innovation and Higher Education recently toured the museum's upcoming headquarters at Náttúruhús í Nesi. During the visit, museum staff presented progress on the building renovations and outlined plans for an ambitious new core exhibition centered on the North Atlantic ocean's ecosystems and biodiversity.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History recently hosted a successful coastal exploration event at Grótta. Over two hundred attendees participated in guided nature walks to learn about local marine life, including tide pool species and Icelandic coastal ecosystems, as part of the LIFE Icewater initiative.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History is partnering with the Iceland University of the Arts for a design project focused on the importance of water. Students are exploring the Elliðaár river ecosystem to create research-based designs that highlight water conservation, with final projects to be showcased this spring.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History recently hosted a successful Museum Night event in collaboration with the University of Iceland's Science Workshop. Visitors of all ages explored the Water in Icelandic Nature exhibition through engaging scientific experiments and interactive displays as part of the Icewater project.
Ragnhildur Guðmundsdóttir has been officially appointed as the Director of the Icelandic Museum of Natural History. She will guide the institution through its upcoming transition, including the development of new headquarters and a forthcoming permanent exhibition at Seltjarnarnes.
The latest edition of the scientific journal Náttúrufræðingurinn is now available, featuring an in-depth exploration of Iceland's glaciers. This issue includes research on glacier dynamics, their interaction with volcanic activity, and the effects of climate change, alongside articles on solar eclipses and recent biological discoveries in the North Atlantic.
The Icelandic government has launched a new national strategy for biodiversity reaching toward 2030. The Icelandic Museum of Natural History is set to play a key role in this initiative, focusing on research, education, and public engagement to protect and restore the country's unique ecosystems.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History is proud to announce that the CAP-SHARE initiative has been honored with an Emerging Trends award by the Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic program. This three-year project fosters vital connections between scientists, policymakers, and communities to address biodiversity and climate challenges. Through upcoming collaborative events in Iceland, Finland, and Norway, the initiative continues to elevate indigenous and youth voices in scientific discourse.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History recently hosted a successful coastal exploration event at Grótta. Over two hundred attendees participated in guided nature walks to learn about local marine life, including tide pool species and Icelandic coastal ecosystems, as part of the LIFE Icewater initiative.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History is partnering with the Iceland University of the Arts for a design project focused on the importance of water. Students are exploring the Elliðaár river ecosystem to create research-based designs that highlight water conservation, with final projects to be showcased this spring.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History recently hosted a successful Museum Night event in collaboration with the University of Iceland's Science Workshop. Visitors of all ages explored the Water in Icelandic Nature exhibition through engaging scientific experiments and interactive displays as part of the Icewater project.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History has launched a new formal collaboration with the University of Iceland’s School of Education. This partnership aims to enhance the training of future natural science teachers by integrating museum expertise into academic coursework and offering students hands-on experience in science communication.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History participated in the annual Vísindavaka science festival to showcase the hidden world of aquatic life. Visitors explored microscopy exhibits featuring water-based organisms and learned about the significant 'Icewater' project aimed at protecting Iceland's vital water resources.
The latest edition of the scientific journal Náttúrufræðingurinn is now available, featuring an in-depth exploration of Iceland's glaciers. This issue includes research on glacier dynamics, their interaction with volcanic activity, and the effects of climate change, alongside articles on solar eclipses and recent biological discoveries in the North Atlantic.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History is proud to announce that the CAP-SHARE initiative has been honored with an Emerging Trends award by the Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic program. This three-year project fosters vital connections between scientists, policymakers, and communities to address biodiversity and climate challenges. Through upcoming collaborative events in Iceland, Finland, and Norway, the initiative continues to elevate indigenous and youth voices in scientific discourse.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History has launched a new formal collaboration with the University of Iceland’s School of Education. This partnership aims to enhance the training of future natural science teachers by integrating museum expertise into academic coursework and offering students hands-on experience in science communication.
The Icelandic Museum of Natural History participated in the annual Vísindavaka science festival to showcase the hidden world of aquatic life. Visitors explored microscopy exhibits featuring water-based organisms and learned about the significant 'Icewater' project aimed at protecting Iceland's vital water resources.
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