Reyk­javík Mu­seum of Pho­to­graphy

A mo­ment in time – 1860 to the present day

©Reykjavík City Museum | Photo: Vigfús Birgisson

The Reykjavík Museum of Photography is one of Iceland’s major hot spots for photography, both as a historical museum/preservation centre and for contemporary photography.

Reykjavík harbour on July 9th 1945, when the passenger ship Esja arrived with Icelanders that had stranded in Scandinavia during World War II. Photo: Sigurhans Vignir.

Reykjavík harbour on July 9th 1945, when the passenger ship Esja arrived with Icelanders that had stranded in Scandinavia during World War II. Photo: Sigurhans Vignir.

Ex­hib­i­tions

Events

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Historical walk I Reykjavik 240th birthday

This year, the City of Reykjavík celebrates its 240th anniversary, and on that occasion the Reykjavík City Museum is offering a historical walking tour of Aðalstræti, the town’s first street. Historians Guðbrandur Benediktsson and Helga Maureen Gylfadóttir will lead the walk, which begins at 20:00 at the City Library in Grófin, Tryggvagata 15. Spoken language: Icelandic. Everyone is welcome and participation is free.

Historical walk I Reykjavik 240th birthday
Reykjavík Museum of Photography

Yoga Session at the Museum of Photography

Join us for a yoga session at the Museum of Photography on Saturday, 20 June at 15:00. The event is held in collaboration with the Indian Embassy. Free admission and everyone is welcome! Yoga mats will be provided.

Yoga Session at the Museum of Photography
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