Nonnahús

About the museum

Nonnahús in Akureyri is the childhood home of Jón Sveinsson, known as Nonni, who became a Jesuit priest and wrote children's books. The house was built in 1850 and is one of the oldest houses in Akureyri.

The museum holds many objects connected with Nonni and his books, including editions in many languages, among them Japanese and Esperanto. Books by Jón Sveinsson in several languages are sold on site.

Nonnahús is part of the Minjasafnið á Akureyri (Akureyri Museum) and, together with Davíðshús, is one of the museum's so-called writers' houses.

Highlights

• Nonni's childhood home, built in 1850
• Objects connected with Jón Sveinsson and his books
• Nonni's books in many languages, including Japanese and Esperanto
• One of the oldest houses in Akureyri

Permanent exhibition

• Æskuheimili Nonna – The house and objects connected with Jón Sveinsson (Nonni) and his books, including translations into many languages.

Operated by

Minjasafnið á Akureyri

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Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Books by Jón Sveinsson in several languages are sold on site.

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