Application for recognition of a museum according to the Museums Act

Open for applications until August 31, 2020

The Museum Council would like to remind you that the last date for submitting applications for recognition according to the Museums Act No. 141/2011, in order for the application to be processed before the application deadline for the museum fund for the year 2021 expires, is August 31, 2020.

The application form for museum recognition can be found here., the following documents must accompany the application: 

  • Confirmation from the owner and/or board of the museum that recognition is requested.
  • Copy of the annual accounts for 2019.
  • A copy of the current policy.
  • Copy of collection policy.
  • Copies of emergency plans.
  • A copy of the last fire safety inspection.
  • Copy of operating license from the health inspectorate.
  • Copy of the latest security systems audit.
  • A copy of confirmation of secure financial contributions for the next five years that will ensure the basic operations of the museum.
  • A copy of the operating plan for the next five years.
  • Applicant Summary Report for recognition, filled in Museum Council application website.
  • The museum's charter/bylaws must also meet the terms of the museum board.

More information about museum accreditation can be found here. here.

Applicants are reminded to save the template before filling it out so that no information is lost.

For further information, please contact the Director of the Museums Council at 820-5450.

Electronic applications are accepted via email to the following address: safnarad@safnarad.is
Additional documents, if applicable, can also be sent by mail to:

Museum Council
Gimli, Lækjargata 3
101 Reykjavik