Review of the policies of the City of Literature, City Museum, and City of Music
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
The policies of cultural projects and institutions under the Department of Culture & Tourism are being revised according with the City's Culture Policy and the Green Deal.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2024
Status: In progress
Status report on January 1, 2024
Reykjavík City Library's new policy is expected to be ready by fall 2024. A new policy for Reykjavík Art Museum is also in progress. City Museum has completed policy making and is in the implementation phase. Policies for City of Literature and Music City need to be developed.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description |
|---|---|
| July 2023 |
Policy making for City of Literature and Music City will happen in late November 2023, considering the City's Cultural Policy and the Green Deal. |
| January 2023 | Several sub-policies in the Department of Culture & Sports have expired and need renewal. In light of the merger of the Department of Culture & Tourism and the Department of Sports & Leisure, this work was put on hold and will resume in 2023. The Reykjavík City Museum has completed its policy development. |
| July 2022 | Several sub-policies in the Department of Culture & Tourism have expired and need renewal. The Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature policy has been renewed and is awaiting approval by the Culture, Sports and Recreation Council. The Reykjavík City Museum has begun policy development and plans to complete it by the end of 2022. |
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.