Reykjavík Grapevine - 18.07.2014, Page 61

O U T S I D E
REYKJAVÍK JULY 18 TO JULY 31
Höfn í Hornafirði
Þórbergssetur
Established in memory of the famous
Icelandic writer Þórbergur Þórðarsson
(1888–1974), who was born in Hali
í Suðursveit. The centre includes a
heritage museum and unique exhibitions
of the district Sudursveit and the writer
Þórbergur Þórðarson, his life and works.
On permanent display
Hvolsvöllur
Skógar Museum
This folk museum offers artifacts
dating to the Viking age. In the rebuilt
turfhouses you can catch a glimpse
of the atmosphere of times long gone
and experience how Icelanders lived
through the centuries. The museum of
transport, tells the story of technology
and transportation and its development.
On permanent display
Mosfellsbær
Gljúfrasteinn
Gljúfrasteinn was the home and
workplace of Halldór Laxness and
his family for 50 years. Today, it is a
museum, allowing visitors insight into
the great writer’s world. All facilities,
including the library, have been
meticulously maintained.
On permanent display
Westman Islands
Sagnheimar Folk Museum
This folk museum's aim is to let visitors of
all ages experience the island's history in
both traditional and more untraditional
ways, through photography, multimedia
and interactive pieces.
On permanent display
West Iceland
Borgarnes
The Icelandic Settlement Centre
The Settlement Exhibition
A 30-minute long multimedia exhibit that
provides insight into the settlement of
Iceland, from the first man to step foot
on the island, to the establishment of the
world’s first parliament, Þingvellir.
On permanent display
Drangsnes
Malarkaffi
Futuregrapher / Skurken / Tanya Pol-
lock / Snooze Infinity
Come get your DJ fix at Malarkaffi in
the Westfjords. Get down with the
weirdcore of Futuregrapher, and don’t
even try to contain your dance moves
when Skurken, Tanya Pollock and
Snooze Infinity start spinning.
July 24 at 22:00
Flateyri
Vagninn
Grísalappalísa
Poet-punks Grísalappalísa perform live.
Expect rock and fucking roll.
July 19 at 21:00
A Möller Records Celebration
Einar Indra / Subminimal / Bistro Boy / Futuregrapher
Akureyri Backpackers, Hafnarstræti 98, 600 Akureyri
July 19 at 22:00 | ISK Free!
Don’t miss the chance to catch Möller Records on their cross-Iceland tour.
One of Iceland’s most prominent record labels has sent DJs Einar Indra,
Subminimal, Bistro Boy, and label co-founder Futuregrapher to spread
their deep grooves around the country. Experimental DJ Einar Indra brings
his act to Akureyri after recently being announced as an addition to
November’s Iceland Airwaves festival. Also on the bill, Ambient / Drum N
Bass pro Subminimal and smooth electro DJ Bistro Boy will keep your feet
moving. Leader of the crew Futuregrapher (pictured) looks to play his criti-
cally-acclaimed weirdcore music (his album ‘LP,’ by the way, totally earned
a + review from us at the Grapevine). If you find yourself in Akureyri with
a craving for some electro goodness, head to Backpackers. TC
Grundarfjörður
The Heritage Center
The first half of the 20th century comes
alive as narrators guide guests through
exhibitions of how developments in
farming, fishing and housing marked
the beginning of modern life in Iceland.
On permanent display
RúBen
Grísalappalísa
Poet-punks Grísalappalísa perform
live. Expect rock and fucking roll.
July 18 at 21:00
Ísafjörður
Húsið
Futuregrapher / Skurken / Tanya Pol-
lock / Snooze Infinity
If you find yourself in Ísafjörður itching
for a party, look no further than Húsið.
Some of Iceland’s best DJs, including
Futuregrapher, Skurken, Tanya Pollock
and Snooze Infinity will help you find
your groove.
July 25 at 22:00
Laugar
Edduhótel
Grísalappalísa
Poet-punks Grísalappalísa perform
live. Expect rock and fucking roll.
July 20 at 21:00
Reykholt
Snorrastofa
Snorri Sturluson
Sitting on the ground floor of the local
church, Snorrastofa has an exhibition
dedicated to poet, historian and
politician Snorri Sturluson as well as
the middle ages in Iceland.
On permanent display
Stykkishólmur
Vatnasafnið / Library of Water
Water, Selected
An ongoing exhibition with 24 columns
filled with glacier water from all over
the country.
On permanent display
Eldfjallasafnið
Works of art, old and recent, showing
volcanic eruptions, and artifacts.
It also boasts volcanic rocks from
the collection of professor Haraldur
Sigurðsson, who´s researched
volcanoes worldwide for 40 years.
Runs until September 30
Tálknafjörður
Hópið
Futuregrapher / Skurken / Tanya Pol-
lock / Snooze Infinity
Be sure to catch Iceland's best DJs at
Hópið, where they will be laying down
some impeccable deep house, ambient
and weirdcore beats.
July 26 at 22:00
THE HOUSE AT EYRARBAKKI

Opening hours: May 1st - September 30th daily 11.00-18.00 or by an agreement
Tel: +354 483 1504 & +354 483 1082 | husid@husid.com | www.husid.com
Árnessýsla folk museum is located in Húsið,
the House, historical home of the Danish
merchants built in 1765. Húsið is one of the
oldest houses in Iceland and a beautiful
monument of Eyrarbakki´s time as the
biggest trading place on the south coast.
Today one can enjoy exhibitions about the
story and culture of the region, famous piano,
shawl made out of human hair and the kings
pot, are among items. Húsið prides itself with
warm and homelike atmosphere.
The House at Eyrarbakki
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only 40 min,. drive from Reykjavík
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