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National Sporting Library & Museum Presents
An Evening with Halla Hrund Logadóttir The Changing Arctic MIDDLEBURG, VA — The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is pleased to invite the community to an illuminating evening focused on the environment, energy, and innovation for the Arctic. On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, NSLM will host a cocktail reception followed by a lecture and discussion with world-renowned energy expert Halla Hrund Logadóttir, Director-General of Iceland's National Energy Authority and Member of the Icelandic Parliament. This enlightening program will begin with a cocktail reception, allowing guests to connect and converse, before attending a thought-provoking discussion led by Ms. Logadóttir. Drawing on her distinguished career, she will address critical themes of environmental stewardship, clean energy, and forward-looking innovation in the Arctic—one of the world's most dynamic and ecologically significant regions. About Halla Hrund a Logadóttir Halla Hrund Logadóttir is one of Iceland's most distinguished public figures and scientists. She currently serves as Director-General of Iceland's National Energy Authority and as a sitting member of the Icelandic Parliament. She holds advanced degrees from the University of Iceland, Tufts University, and Harvard University. A leading voice on global energy and Arctic policy, Ms. Logadóttir co-curates the World Economic Forum's Arctic Transformation Map and was among fifteen invited
contributors to the United Nations Chronicle's landmark special edition on sustainable energy, published in conjunction with COP21. She is the co-author of the Harvard Kennedy School case study "Iceland's Energy Policy: Finding the Right Path Forward," and has taught at Harvard University and internationally since 2012. Ms. Logadóttir was a candidate in the 2024 Icelandic presidential election, representing the Progressive Party, reflecting her prominent standing in Icelandic public life and her commitment to national service. Event Details
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Time: 5–7 pm (Cocktail reception followed by discussion) Location: National Sporting Library & Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, Virginia Tickets: NSLM Members $10, Non-Members $15 RSVP Now! For more information, please visit the National Sporting Library & Museum or contact Julie Banner.
About the National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) Founded in 1954, the NSLM is located in Middleburg, the heart of Virginia’s beautiful hunt country. The inviting, 6-acre campus, world-class research Library, and fine art Museum highlight the rich heritage and tradition of country pursuits. Angling, horsemanship, shooting, steeplechasing, foxhunting, flat racing, polo, coaching, and wildlife are among the subjects one can explore in the institution’s general stacks, rare book holdings, archives, and art collection. The NSLM offers a wide variety of educational programs, exhibitions, and family activities throughout the year. The Library & Museum are open Thursday–Sunday, 10 am–5 pm. Library admission is free of charge. National Sporting Library & Museum | 102 The Plains Rd | PO Box 1335 | Middleburg, VA Email | Website
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