We‘ll be playing with form, colour and free art-making, inspired by the artworks in the exhibition Unexpectedly We See Abstract. 

The Gallery encourages families to visit and ponder the art on their own terms. We also offer diverse programming on a regular basis with an emphasis on enabling families to enjoy time together in creative ways, whether through live guided tours or custom workshops. All events are advertised specially in connection with exhibitions.

The kids' club Krummi runs a varied and fun program every month where cheerful kids are invited to learn about the works of art in the collection of the National Gallery of Iceland, create works of art and play in a nurturing environment.

Unexpectedly We See Abstract

Krummi Kids Club

Iron, Linen, Charcoal and Chalk 
Artist-led tour 
The exhibition features three-dimensional works and a video work by Þóra Sigurðardóttir that have never been exhibited before. They are the product of the artist´s observations dating back to 1992. The source is the rhythm of daily life, quotidian subjects and space. Abandoned houses; material memory and its properties; a journey and a process of transformation. Iron, linen, charcoal and chalk. Layering, points of intersection, two-dimensional and three-dimensional structures, framework. Calendar. An awareness of the possibility that a rule might break, the center of gravity might crumble, and chaos might ensue. 

Attn. The event will be held in Icelandic.

Artist-led tour

Iron, Linen, Charcoal and Chalk

A drawing workshop for adults inspired by the works of art in the exhibition.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own drawing tools and sketchbooks, but materials will also be available on location. The workshop is suitable for all skill levels.

The National Gallery of Iceland at Fríkirkjuvegur is open until 22 PM on long Thursdays

Drawing in the museum

Magnetic Field Energy 
 An exploration of the exhibition Multipolar featuring works by Anna Rúna Tryggvadóttir. The earth‘s magnetic field will inspire and inform an artistic process characterized by novel approaches. 

Magnetic Field Energy

An expert-led tour
In the exhibition Multipolar, the artist Anna Rún Tryggvadóttir turns her attention to the earth´s magnetic field. This invisible magnetic field is the precondition for all life on earth because it protects the atmosphere from the poisonous rays of the sun. Rock strata show that the magnetic poles of north and south have been shifting since the origin of the earth and the four cardinal directions we use today, north, south, east and west, are therefore only a temporary phenomenon. How humans experience this inexplicable uncertainty becomes Anna Rún‘s subject matter in a holistic installation of two-dimensional and sculptural works. 

The events calendar is aimed at senior citizens and is composed of specially designed tours as well as discussions with the museum´s experts on fine art, ongoing exhibitions and the work of the National Gallery of Iceland. The events create opportunities for guests to approach art and our national heritage from different perspectives. The National Gallery´s Quality Time events are always accompanied by coffee and pastries. The pastries are contributed by Bread and Co. which sponsors the project.

Attn. The event will be held in Icelandic

An expert-led tour

Multipolar

Iron, Linen, Charcoal and Chalk 
 An expert-led tour 
 The exhibition features three-dimensional works and a video work by Þóra Sigurðardóttir that have never been exhibited before. They are the product of the artist´s observations dating back to 1992. The source is the rhythm of daily life, quotidian subjects and space. Abandoned houses; material memory and its properties; a journey and a process of transformation. Iron, linen, charcoal and chalk. Layering, points of intersection, two-dimensional and three-dimensional structures, framework. Calendar. An awareness of the possibility that a rule might break, the center of gravity might crumble, and chaos might ensue. 

The events calendar is aimed at senior citizens and is composed of specially designed tours as well as discussions with the museum´s experts on fine art, ongoing exhibitions and the work of the National Gallery of Iceland.
 The events create opportunities for guests to approach art and our national heritage from different perspectives.
 The National Gallery´s Quality Time events are always accompanied by coffee and pastries. The pastries are contributed by Bread and Co. which sponsors the project.

National Gallery of Iceland

Coincidentally, We See Abstractly

Borealis

Iron, Flax, Coal, and Chalk: New Works by Þóra Sigurðardóttir

The National Gallery's buildings houses four exhibition halls on two floors.

Ongoing Exhibitions

The National Gallery of Iceland regularly holds exhibitions reflecting its collection.