Pakkhúsið houses three distinct exhibitions that focus on the rich history and cultural heritage of Hafnarfjörður. Visitors can explore the permanent local history display, a nostalgic toy exhibition designed for children, and various changing thematic showcases. Discover the story of the region from early settlement to modern times through artifacts, photographs, and historical films.
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Pakkhúsið houses three distinct exhibitions focusing on the history and cultural heritage of Hafnarfjörður. Visitors can explore a comprehensive local history display, a dedicated toy exhibition for children, and changing thematic exhibitions.
Pakkhúsið is a primary exhibition space at the Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar, typically hosting three exhibitions simultaneously. The permanent exhibition, 'Þannig var...', traces the history of Hafnarfjörður and its surroundings from the settlement era to the present day using artifacts, photographs, documents, and film to illustrate themes such as trade, industry, sports, and local wartime history. In addition to the historical displays, the building features a dedicated toy exhibition in the attic, designed specifically for children and families. This interactive experience includes vintage games and various items from the past. The facility also frequently presents thematic exhibitions that explore specific aspects of local life, such as the history of handball in the region, ensuring a dynamic experience for visitors interested in both deep history and cultural snapshots.
The exhibition is open to the public with established operating hours during the summer and winter seasons. Group tours can be arranged outside of standard opening hours by booking through the museum's official visitor portal.
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Domestic life of an early 1900s sailor family.
Experience the authentic interior of a preserved 1902 worker's home in Hafnarfjörður. Discover original architecture and personal stories from early 20th-century maritime history.
Siggubær Exhibition
A permanent outdoor folklore installation in Hellisgerði garden.
Learn about the mysterious stories of elves and hidden people through informative signs. Use mapped routes to explore legendary sites around Hellisgerði garden.
Folklore Exhibition
Step inside the historic home of British maritime entrepreneurs.
Tour the restored house and office of the Bookless brothers in Hafnarfjörður. Discover their contributions to local fishing, processing, and maritime logistics. View original artifacts from early industrial operations.
Bookless Bungalow Exhibition
Discover early power generation and historic local craftsmanship.
Experience the history of the town's first public electricity grid through an interactive local exhibition. Spin the water wheel to light up historic buildings and walk through a recreated workshop filled with period tools.
Cold Lights Exhibition
Discover 19th-century Icelandic life and maritime heritage.
Tour the oldest building in Hafnarfjörður, restored to its original early 1800s state. See how an affluent merchant family lived and learn about the town's historical trade development.
Sívertsen House Museum
Waterfront gallery highlighting local maritime history and community life
Stroll along the harbor to experience rotating historical photographs of the area. This accessible outdoor public gallery showcases decades of local development, labor, and community evolution.
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