Mærsk Foundation Donates 150 Million Kroner to Glyptotek Renovation

A significant donation of 150 million Danish kroner from the A.P. Møller and Chastine Mc-Kinney Møller Foundation will bolster one of Denmark's largest museum restoration projects at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Copenhagen. This contribution is earmarked for the meticulous restoration of the museum's iconic dome and the winter garden situated beneath it.

The funding will also facilitate enhancements to the exhibition spaces within the Dahlerup building and the development of a sculpture study collection. The revitalized winter garden is planned to feature a new coffee salon, alongside updated café and shop facilities, aiming to improve the visitor experience.

This substantial grant from the Mærsk family's foundation adds to previous significant donations. The Ny Carlsberg Foundation has contributed 750 million kroner, with the Carlsberg Foundation pledging a similar amount. The total estimated cost for the entire renovation project is a considerable 2 billion kroner.

Preparations for the extensive renovation will commence in 2028, necessitating a complete closure of the Glyptotek to the public. The museum is anticipated to reopen its doors approximately six years later, though the closure period could potentially extend to eight years.