Mapping of art spaces in the city
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
The mapping will analyze the distribution of creative spaces in terms of quantity, size, and location across the city to better support artists. Spaces for outdoor and indoor events, as well as workspaces. Assess in detail the variety among art disciplines and spaces for grassroots and young artists. Create a development plan in collaboration with appropriate neighborhood councils and youth councils.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2025
Status report on January 1, 2024
It will be considered whether a temporary hire of university students is feasible for this mapping.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description |
| July 2023 |
A mapping of creative spaces within the city has begun, with results to be published by the end of the year. The goal of the mapping is to improve accessibility and distribution of creative spaces throughout the city's neighborhoods. |
| July 2022 | A mapping of creative spaces within the city has begun, with results to be published by the end of the year. The goal of the mapping is to improve accessibility and distribution of creative spaces throughout the city's neighborhoods. |
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.