The Craft Festival "VÆRK & HÅND" took place September 20-21 at Refshaleøen, celebrating craftsmanship with local artisans and creative entrepreneurs. Visitors can explore open workshops, talks, hands-on activities, and unique experiences across the island.
A huge thanks to Copenhagen Municipality for supporting the events!
Why does a string’s tone split in two when it enters a magnetic field? How can the invisible shapes of magnetic field lines transform the sound of vibrating strings? Join this groundbreaking exploration of musical instruments and discover how a magnetic tuning peg works.
The workshop takes a playful approach to otherwise complex concepts. No prior craft or technical skills are required.
By Composer Lars Kynde
Sketch your dream culture ship and share ideas for exciting activities onboard Illutron. Add LED lights and electronic paper circuits to make your design shine!
All ages and creative visions are welcome. Meet Illutron team members Eva and Theresia to learn more about the ship’s development and its future journey.
By Theresia Torenholt
Create unique wind instruments like edge flutes, recorders, slide pipes, and balloon blowers. Explore the acoustics behind these instruments while inventing your own designs. This hands-on workshop invites children and parents to experiment and build together.
By composer Lars Kynde
Discover tools and techniques for restoring old steel ships. Try removing rust from mini boats, practice rope knotting, and learn why ships float—or sink!
By Jop Nijenhuis
