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The National Museum of Iceland's permanent exhibition, Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland, is intended to provide insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from the Settlement to the present day.
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- Free Audioguide & Tour
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Before the National Museum of Icelandwas established in the mid-19th century, the art and objects exhibited today were kept in Danish museums and private collections. The idea of bringing the Icelandic collection together took shape in 1863 as a reflection of the country's growing national identity. Originally known as the Antiquarian Collection an...
Spread across three floors, the National Museum of Iceland exhibits more than 2000 pieces and works of art allowing visitors a fascinating and comprehensive journey through Icelandichistory, from colonisation in the 9th century up to now. From Viking drinking horns and ritual masks to beautiful Medieval stained glass windows and photographs showing...
The National Museum of Iceland offers all visitors afree audio guide service in 9 languages, including English, allowing you to discover more about the history of Iceland and the works on display. What's more, every Saturday at 11 am, there's a free guided tour included in your museum ticket price. Tours on other days can also be booked for a fee.
Admission to the National Museum also includes access to the Culture House, a smaller exhibition space located in Laugavegur. It doesn't take long to visit so it's worth having a look if you've already bought the National Museum ticket and you've got some spare time.
Before settling at its present location, at Suðurgata 41, 101 Reykjavík, in 1950, it was housed in various Reykjavík attics, including in the attic of the Culture House for 40 years. [2] The museum's permanent exhibit is about Icelandic history and includes about 2,000 objects. [3]
Suðurgata 41, Reykjavík 101, 530 2200. Website: https://www.thjodminjasafn.is/. Email: thjodminjasafn@thjodminjasafn.is. The National Museum displays objects that provide insight into Icelandic cultural history - displays that encourage visitors to dwell on the past, present and future.
The National Museum displays objects that provide insight into Icelandic cultural history - displays that encourage visitors to dwell on the past, present and future. The museum aims to nurture knowledge and innovation while maintaining a wide perspective and sense of community.
