Reykjavik Art Museum - Hafnarhus
Reykjavik Art Museum - Hafnarhus
Reykjavik Art Museum is Iceland´s largest network of art museums.
Current Exhibitions
Established in 1973, the museum is housed in three unique buildings in central Reykjavík and holds some of the most distinguished works in Iceland´s artistic landscape.
It plays a significant role in preserving traditional works of art, displaying the works of renowned international artists, promoting emerging local talent and engaging with the community.
The museum´s exhibits run the gamut from the historical to the disorienting and boundary-pushing, while its special events range from quiet, contemplative concerts to alternative rock phenomena. The admission ticket is valid to all three Museums on the same day.
Hafnarhus is the largest building in Reykjavik Art Museum´s network, located downtown by the old harbor. Built in the 1930s, this refurbished fishery office, and warehouse now houses the permanent exhibitions of the works of Erro, one of Europe´s most notable pop artists, an enfant terrible of modern art and the embodiment of Iceland´s youthful artistic spirit.
The temporary shows at Hafnarhús tend toward the progressive and experimental, emphasizing works from established modern artists, highlighting current notables and encouraging the works of newcomers.
The atmosphere inside the building, in contrast to the preserved original architecture, is fresh and provocative. The awe-inspiring courtyard resembles an archaic correctional facility and is frequently used as performance and event space, most notably during the Iceland Airwaves music festival.
The building also contains six galleries and a museum shop with great art books and unique Icelandic design.
Opening Hours 10:00 am until 17:00
Thursdays 10:00 until 20:00