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The Akureyri Art Museum is a museum of modern and contemporary art located in the town of Akureyri in northern Iceland. The museum was founded in 1993 and is housed in an art deco building, built in 1912, which formerly housed the Akureyri Library.The Akureyri Art Museum is one of Iceland's most important cultural institutions and houses an extensive collection of Icelandic and international artworks. The museum's collection includes about 1,500 works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, photographs, and video artworks.The works displayed in the museum are mainly by Icelandic artists, such as Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval, Jón Stefánsson, Nína Tryggvadóttir, and Erró, but there are also works by international artists, such as Pablo Picasso, Karel Appel, and Christo.The museum also organizes temporary exhibitions and hosts cultural events such as concerts, film screenings and lectures.A visit to the Akureyri Art Museum is a unique experience for art enthusiasts and those who want to learn more about Icelandic and international culture. The museum is open year-round, except on holidays, and admission is charged. Guided tours can be booked in Icelandic, English and other languages upon request.The Akureyri Art Museum is located close to the city center, and is easily accessible on foot or by car. A visit to the museum can be combined with a walk through Akureyri's old town, where there are many stores, bars, and restaurants.
