NORTH ICELAND
Herring Era Museum
Award-winning maritime museum telling the extraordinary story of the herring boom that transformed Siglufjörður.
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About Herring Era Museum
The Herring Era Museum preserves the history of the period when enormous herring catches transformed Siglufjörður into one of Iceland’s busiest communities. Exhibitions occupy several historic buildings and explore fishing, processing and everyday life during the boom years.
Our practical tips
✓Allow longer than you might expect because the museum is spread across several buildings.
✓This is one of the best places to understand why herring mattered so much to Iceland.
Getting there and visiting
Access
Opening hours vary by season. Check current arrangements before visiting.