North Atlantic House stands beautifully beside the canal in Christianshavn, Copenhagen, in a stately yellow-rendered warehouse dating from 1767 that once belonged to the Royal Greenland Trading Company. Goods were shipped from here to and from the North Atlantic colonies, and the thick walls and broad timber-beamed ceilings still carry the patina of that history. Today the building has been transformed into a vibrant cultural centre that gathers Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland under one roof, bringing their art, literature, music and society to a wide audience. In the raw, light-filled galleries you encounter changing exhibitions of visual art, photography, design and craft from across the North Atlantic, while throughout the year the house hosts concerts, talks, film screenings and literary events. The building also houses the Greenlandic, Faroese and Icelandic representations in Denmark, giving it a distinctive role as a meeting place and cultural bridge between these nations. Large windows frame views of the water and the Inderhavn Bridge, and the cobbled square in front invites you to linger. A restaurant on the ground floor places Nordic cuisine at its heart. North Atlantic House is an ideal stop for travellers who want to understand Denmark as part of a wider North Atlantic community and to experience cultures that are often overlooked. The blend of architecture, history and contemporary art makes a visit both atmospheric and thought-provoking, and the setting in charming Christianshavn, with its canals, houseboats and cafés, makes it easy to turn the trip into a full afternoon. Check the venue's current programme before your visit, as exhibitions and events change regularly and each brings a fresh window onto life in the far North.
