Sheep Farming Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the dramatic Westfjords, the Sheep Farming Museum is a heartfelt tribute to the woolly backbone of Icelandic culture. It feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping into a living, breathing farmstead from a bygone era. You can almost hear the distant bleating and sense the generations of farmers whose lives depended on these resilient animals. It’s a quiet, deeply authentic place that connects you to the true rhythm of rural Iceland.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the museum is its collection of beautifully preserved farm tools and a traditional turf-roofed farmhouse, fully furnished as it would have been decades ago. Don't miss the display on the unique Icelandic sheepdog and the fascinating exhibit on rúllukemba, an old tool used for rolling and combing wool.
Visitor Information
Always check their website or social media before you make the trip, as they tend to be open seasonally and sometimes close temporarily. When it's open, it's a wonderfully low-key stop to break up a drive through the stunning landscapes around Hólmavík.
Architecture & Building
The main building is a classic Icelandic timber structure, simple and functional, that looks like it has always been part of the landscape, complemented by authentic outbuildings.
Contact & Location
Address: The Sheep Farming Museum, Innstrandavegur, Strandabyggð, 511, Ísland
Phone: +354 899 3813
Website: Visit Website
