Jæja Ding Dong Museum

While in Húsavík, it would have been a lost opportunity had the fellows not visited an exhibition that showcases why the town is now firmly placed on the global map, the Eurovision Centre. This exhibition illustrates the origins of Iceland’s participation in the Eurovision contest and its development over the years. The fellows were met at the door by Örlygur and Leonardo, who presented the current exhibition in Húsavík and unveiled future projects which they hoped would promote the town to Iceland´s growing tourist market. It is clear that the film Eurovision Song Contest: the Story of Fire Saga has brought global recognition to this small town. As well as displaying the history of Eurovision and Iceland’s participants, the exhibition also contains costumes from this famous movie. The Oscar nominated theme tune “Húsavík, My Hometown” became a hit song, and for many tourists this is a reason to visit Húsavík and Iceland.