The beginning
The Eider Center was opened in the Norwegian house, Stykkishólmur on June 13, 2011 by Mrs. Dorrit Mousaieff, patron of the center. The Eider Center was operated in the Norwegian house in 2011 and 2012. Its location is at it’s core in Stykkishólmur, because at Breiðafjörður Bay there is the largest eiderduck area in the world.
New location
In 2017, the Eider Center was re-opened in Stykkishólmur in an elegant building specially designed for it at Frúarstígur 6. The Eider exhibition has been set up in the new building and all facilities have been greatly improved. In the center, there is a benefit and educational exhibition where older working methods and tools are shown that were used to clean the eiderdown. Photographs and films about nesting and down production over time are also shown.
Shop and visits
Visit the Eider Center to explore a collection of luxurious Icelandic eiderdown products, including cozy quilts that offer warmth and comfort. Our handcrafted items reflect Icelandic heritage.
We also feature unique artworks inspired by eiderdown and the eider duck, created in collaboration with local artists from Stykkishólmur.
Groups are welcome by prior arrangement, providing a chance to learn about eiderdown craftsmanship and admire our artistic displays. Experience the charm of Icelandic eiderdown while supporting local artisans. We look forward to your visit!
The Eider Center partners
Anok margmiðlun ehf, Daníel Bergmann photographer, The West Iceland Nature Research Centre, The Municipal Museum of Snaefellsnes, The University of Iceland Research Center in Snaefellsnes & Snaefellsnes Eider farmers association.
Opening Hours
Summer: 13:00 – 17:00
Winter: By arrangement.
Admission Fee
Summer: Free admission on opening hours.
Winter: Groups only by arrangement.
Admission fee: 2000 iskr. pr. person. (20-25 persons).
Receptions/Banquets
The Eider Center is rented out for small banquets or receiptions. No kitchen is on location but we have a successful cooperation with local restaurants for catering service.
Seats and tables for ca. 20-30 people.
Good access is to the house and for people with disabilities.
Rental fee is 20.000 iskr.
Lectures
A huge knowledge base is at the Eider Centre about eiders, nesting, production of goods from eiderdown and export of Icelandic eiderdown. Options for lectures at the centre or elsewhere. Duration 40 – 60 minutes.
Available in English and Icelandic.
Shop
Shop is open at the Eider Centre. Products made of Icelandic eiderdown or inspired by the eider ducks exclusively produced for the Eider Centre are sold, in the shop.
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