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In Hljóðhimnar, the heart of children's culture beats in Harpa. Hljóðhimnar will be open on Reykjavík Culture Night. Admission to Hljóðhimnar is free.

Please note that during peak times, it may be necessary to implement access control in Hljódhimnar. Children are not allowed in the space unless accompanied by an adult. The maximum number at a time is 30.

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Hljóðhimnar is a place for children and their families to discover the magical world of sound and tones. Hljóðhimnar are open at the same time as the building and admission is free.

Hljóðhimnar is an intriguing, colourful and warm setting for a wonderland of sound and tones, where all designs aim to educate through play. The organisation of the space is inspired by the ear and the anatomical shapes found in listening, such as the cochlea.

In Hljóðhimnar, you can sit in the position of the conductor of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, snuggle up to the lullabies and songs of the Icelandic Opera, look into Maximús Músíkús mouseholes, sail around the oceans of music with the Reyk­javik Big Band and so much more.

One of the birthday presents on Harpa's 10th anniversary in 2021 was designing a new space specially designed for children and families. The Iceland Symphony Orchestra, Reykjavík Big Band, which is based in Harpa, and The Icelandic Opera were among those who contributed to creating a unique experiential journey through the magical world of sound and tones. The space has the beautiful name Hljóðhimnar and is located on the ground floor in Harpa. Hljóðhimnar is a play on the Icelandic word for Eardrum - Hljóðhimna - which then translates directly as Sound Worlds. The installation is an invitation to experience the vast world of music and sound without any previous knowledge or education needed.

The design team ÞYKJÓ led the design process in collaboration with Harpa, Gagarín, Vísindasmiðjan, Reykjavík Audio, IRMA, the aforementioned building residents, and last but not least, the ÞYKJÓ´s Kids Council.