Aðalstræti 10 - a new exhibition of the City Museum
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Aðalstræti 10, a new exhibition addition to the foundational exhibition of the City Museum, is connected with The Settlement Exhibition at Aðalstræti 16 and tells the story of a town becoming a city in an accessible way. The emphasis is on highlighting aspects of Reykjavík's history, shedding light on the everyday life of its residents through time. The approach and content target the range of City History Museum service users as effectively as possible and are intended to encourage thought and inquiry through diverse media.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2022
Status report on January 1, 2024
Action completed. On May 7, 2022, an exhibition opened in Aðalstræti 10, the oldest building in the city, linked to the Settlement Exhibition at Aðalstræti 16. The exhibition is accessible and open to the public during the City Museum's opening hours. The exhibition was well received by both residents and visitors of the city, adding yet another feather in the city's cap in terms of cultural offerings in the city center.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description | |
| July 2023 |
On May 7, an exhibition opened in Aðalstræti 10, the oldest building in the city, linked to the Settlement Exhibition at Aðalstræti 16. The exhibition is accessible and open to the public during the City Museum's opening hours. The exhibition was well received by both residents and visitors of the city, adding yet another feather in the city's cap in terms of cultural offerings in the city center. |
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| July 2022 | On May 7, an exhibition opened in Aðalstræti 10, the oldest building in the city, linked to the Settlement Exhibition at Aðalstræti 16. The exhibition is accessible and open to the public during the City Museum's opening hours. |
Related actions
| Action name | Status | Completion | Updated | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renovation of Grófarhús | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Aðalstræti 10 - a new exhibition of the City Museum | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Rainbow Certifications of the City's cultural institutions | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Review of the policies of the City of Literature, City Museum, and City of Music | In progress | 2024 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| City festival conversation platform | In progress | Ongoing | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Taking action on accessibility - Hand in Hand | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Consultation on the operations of the City Library | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Mapping of art spaces in the city | In progress | 2025 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
Societal objective
- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.