Welcome to Pálshús
Historic museum and art space in Ólafsfjörður in the North of Iceland
Events this summer '26
Garún
1/6 - 25/7 2026
Skíðaævintýri ÓIafsfjarðar
Pálshús is one of the oldest houses in Ólafsfjörður. It was built in its current form by the married couple Páll Bergsson and Svanhildur Jörundsdóttir. The history of the house is directly linked to the origins of the town’s fishing industry, in which Páll was one of the key pioneers.
Curious about what life in town was like during the last century? We’ve scanned a range of historical photographs documenting the people, work, and everyday life of the 20th century. Take a look back in time and see how our town evolved into what it is today.
Entry prices
1000 kr for kids
2000 kr for grown ups
1500 kr for the elderly and disabled
Pálshús er open everyday from the 1st of June to the 15th of September from 13.00-17.00