On June 17, 1998, the museum moved to a 200 m2 space on the upper floor of the "Verbúðanna" by the harbor under the name "Hvalamiðstótin á Húsavík". The number of visitors grew steadily, and at the same time, the need for a larger building that was more suitable for the museum's activities.
The film festival Ocean Films Húsavík is off to a good start
The film festival Ocean Films Húsavík is half way through and has never been as big and eventful as it is now. The festival is held for the fourth time