Reykjavík Maritime Museum
Stories of Sea and Land
Fish & folk – 150 years of fisheries
Reykjavík Maritime Museum has a permanent exhibition entitled Fish & folk – 150 years of fisheries. Characterised by a vibrant atmosphere, this exhibition is designed to deepen the visitor experience through rich visuals and interactivity. The museum also has temporary exhibitions in the Engine Room (Vélasalur) and the Pier Room (Bryggjusalur), in addition to its floating exhibits: the Coast Guard vessel Óðinn and the tugboat Magni, which are tied up at the Museum Pier.
Facilities of the Reykjavík Maritime Museum in 1969, then housing the Reykjavík Fisheries (Búr). Women working in fish processing. Grandagarður 8. Photo: Ásgeir Árnason.
Exhibitions
Events
Are you normal? Photo exhibition
<p data-block-key="vdhps">Are You Normal? is an exhibition that will be opened in the Pier Hall of the Reykjavík Maritime Museum on 24 April to celebrate the Children's Culture Festival. Are you normal? is a project where teenagers reflect on what it is to be normal. The project is about stereotypes and how constricting they can be. The teenagers learn to recognize stereotypes and the importance of challenging them. Aren't fat people sexy? Are gays always feminine? Should we feel sorry for people with disabilities? Can older people make out? Are mental illnesses terrible? The exhibition celebrates diversity and inclusivity. It is open from 10 to 17 every day until 7 May. Entry is free, and everyone is welcome!</p>
Óðinn Coast Guard Vessel
Óðinn Coast Guard Vessel
We offer daily guided tours on board the Coast Guard vessel Óðinn from March to November with focus on the Cod Wars and the vessel's rescue history.
Tugboat Magni
Tugboat Magni was the first steel ship to be built in Iceland and operated for Reykjavik Harbour with great pride until 1987.