Akureyri Art Museum
Kaupvangsstræti 12, 600North Iceland
Founded in 1993 Akureyri Art Museum is one of the youngest art museums in Iceland. It is located in what used to be the KEA co-op building, which was designed with strong influences from Bauhaus and the international Funkis movement. The Museum’s two venues are located side by side in the heart of Akureyri, in Listagil (Art’s Street).
Emphasis is on a variety of exhibitions and works of the highest artistic standard. In addition to older works, Akureyri Art Museum makes room for the best and the brightest new talent, both domestic and foreign.
The aim is to support and promote visual arts in Akureyri as well as educate visitors in what art has to offer.
Opening hoursWeek days: Saturdays: Sundays: 12:00-17:00 12:00-17:00 12:00-17:00 The museum is closed on Mondays.
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