Reliability, credibility, and truth in the Icelandic museum world! The annual professional conference for museum professionals, Farskólinn, was held for the 37th time at Hotel Selfoss from October 1 to 3, 2025. The conference is organized by the Association of Icelandic Museums and Museum Professionals (FÍSOS), and the Farskóli directors deserve the highest praise for an informative and enjoyable Farskóli. The conference is an important platform for professional development, education, and networking …

Applications are open until 4:00 PM, Thursday, November 20, 2025 APPLICATION for a one-year grant from the 2026 main allocation of the museum fund Recognized museums can apply for one-year grants, as well as other museums, lead museums, collection representatives, institutions, and exhibitions can apply for a grant from the Museum Fund in collaboration with accredited museums, with the accredited museum as the responsible party. …

The museum magazine Kvistur is out! The 12th issue of the museum magazine Kvistur has now been published. The magazine features a variety of articles about the professional work of museums in Iceland. A key feature of this year's issue is a reflection on the role of museums in a democratic society at a time when globalization, polarization, and war are rampant in Europe and beyond. Also…