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Folk Music Center

The Folk Music Centre brings Icelandic folk music to life. People from all over Iceland can be seen singing folk songs, playing traditional instru­ments and performing folk dances.

The Folk Music Center is situated in the house of Rev. Bjarni Thorsteins­ son, who’s famous collection of Icelandic folk songs, from the end of the 19th century, was published in 1906.

Admission: ISK 800. Or combined ticket with The Herring Museum ISK 1.400/800

Opening hours

June 1st - August 31st:  12 am - 6 pm

September - May: By arrangement
Please call 467-2300 during summer time, 863-0228 during winter time

What is available