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LUX Söderlångvik
Light art in the winter darkness at Söderlångvik Manor 23 November-18 December 2024.
The Söderlångvik Museum, Kemiönsaari
15.11.2025 –
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What (a) Colour
The exhibition features works from the collection of the Turku Art Museum and explores how to interpret the meaning of colour in visual art...
Turku Art Museum, Turku
26.11.2024 – 8.11.2026
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Pulling the Threads - From Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation Collection
Pulling the Threads immerses the viewer into the world of textile art.
Rovaniemi Art Museum Korundi, Rovaniemi
14.11.2025 – 8.3.2026
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Sarah Nakiito & Liisa-Irmelen Liwata: Still I Rise
This exhibition brings together two distinct artistic voices exploring the complexities of identity, heritage, and the impact of...
Kunsthalle Seinäjoki, Seinäjoki
6.9.2025 – 7.2.2026
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Wonder
Haihatus’ 2025 summer exhibition Wonder (Lumous) invites you to experience imagination-sparking art and enjoy a shared summer through...
Haihatus Art Center, Joutsa
28.6.2025 – 31.8.2025
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17. Graphica Creativa Print Triennial – Dreaming Is Seeing
The international printmaking triennial, celebrating its 50th anniversary, brings a diverse showcase of contemporary art and echoes of...
Jyväskylä Art Museum, Jyväskylä
20.9.2025 – 11.1.2026
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Antti Holma
Rough edges of life, sense of danger and physical frenzy – all this can be found in the comprehensive exhibition of the Oulu woodcut...
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
6.9.2025 – 30.11.2025
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Hillevi Vähälä-Aranko: Spring of Life | Poriginal
Hillevi Vähälä-Aranko's paintings. Free admission.
Pori Art Museum, Pori
12.7.2025 – 7.9.2025
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Nelli Palomäki: Holds
Photographic artist Nelli Palomäki is known both in Finland and internationally for her magically timeless and moving portraits.
Turku Art Museum, Turku
3.10.2025 – 18.1.2026
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Spirit of the Times. Collection Ane Gyllenberg
The exhibition Spirit of the Times examines Villa Gyllenberg’s art collection and décor within the context of the ideals of the time and...
Villa Gyllenberg, Helsinki
15.10.2025 – 15.3.2026
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Forest Home
Exhibition invites visitors to discover natural forests through photography, video installations, and scientific specimens.
Finnish Museum of Natural History, Natural History Museum, Helsinki
5.6.2025 – 5.4.2026
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Susanna Oksanen: Packrafting photo exhibition
Photo exhibition by Susanna “Suski” Oksasen Packrafting takes the vier on a journey through diverse waterscapes and natural scenery.
Haltia The Finnish Nature centre, Espoo
20.6.2025 – 28.9.2025
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Brought by the river – returning to the shore
Architect and graphic artist Hannu Vaisto's career as an artist has continued for over 50 years, from his first public exhibition at the...
Loima art house, Loimaa
17.5.2025 – 27.9.2025
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Inkeri Julkunen and Other Naïve Artists
Inkeri Julkunen, born in Vaasa, began painting as a self-taught artist in the 1970s. Naivism appealed to her, and through her work, the art...
Ostrobothnian Museum, Vaasa
7.6.2025 –
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Spain Beyond the Myths
Charismatic Spain has been attracting European tourists since the 18th century. Our images of the country are often linked to the...
Sinebrychoff Art Museum, Helsinki
11.9.2025 – 11.1.2026
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Colors – Observations on Light
The exhibition hall Tempus at Jakobstad Museum will be filled with glass in all colors this June as the exhibition Colors – Observations...
TEMPUS, Museum of Jakobstad, Pietarsaari
5.6.2025 – 6.9.2025
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KIM SIMONSSON: Moss giants and Waking dreams and other stories
You are warmly invited into Kim Simonsson’s curious and dreamlike world at Söderlångvik Manor!
The Söderlångvik Museum, Kemiönsaari
2.5.2025 – 14.12.2025
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Gunnel Wåhlstrand
Gunnel Wåhlstrand, one of Sweden’s most prominent contemporary artists, is known for her large-scale ink-wash paintings that depict...
Turku Art Museum, Turku
6.6.2025 – 14.9.2025
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Rantasipi – Tales from the World of Wilderness Hotels
Rantasipi was a legendary wilderness hotel chain that began in Central Finland when Rantaloma Ltd. was founded in Viitasaari in 1965....
Aalto2, Jyväskylä
10.5.2025 – 4.1.2026
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Visibly Invisible – Artek’s Drawing Office 1936–2004
The Visibly Invisible – Artek’s Drawing Office 1936–2004 exhibition for the first time showcases the band of gifted designers who...
Aalto2, Jyväskylä
23.5.2025 – 14.9.2025
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Free 90
Free Art School’s 90th anniversary exhibition at HAM is a celebration of painting.
HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Helsinki
25.4.2025 – 4.1.2026
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Jonna Suurhasko – Dribble of Being
Jonna Suurhasko is a Jyväskylä based installation artist who creates artificial ecosystems for species of flora.
Jyväskylä Art Museum, Jyväskylä
17.5.2025 – 7.9.2025
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Transformers - From Toy to Legend
"What fascinates me about Transformers is the look of the characters, their personal stories, and how the same tale has been rewritten...
Leikki ─ The Museum of Play, Espoo
8.5.2025 – 26.1.2026
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STORIES OF HOUSES – IN SEARCH OF THE WOODEN CITY
Old Kuopio Museum celebrates the 250th anniversary with an exhibition that invites visitors to take a peek into the Kuopio’s idyllic...
Old Kuopio Museum, Kuopio
25.4.2025 – 26.4.2026
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Imagine Abstract
Discover the joy of shapes, rhythms and colours - interpretation is free!
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
28.3.2025 – 30.11.2025
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Sápmi Triennale
The first-ever Sápmi Triennial presents a spectacular array of Sámi contemporary art and duodji, traditional Sámi handicrafts.
Rovaniemi Art Museum Korundi, Rovaniemi
14.6.2025 – 23.11.2025
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A Timeless Tradition - Finnish National Costume
On 27th of June 2025, the National Costume Center of Finland will open a new permanent exhibition, A Timeless Tradition - Finnish National...
The Craft Museum of Finland, Jyväskylä
27.6.2025 –
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On the Road
Minna Hyvönen's photo exhibition tells the story of the Kajaani Regional Theatre Group's touring series.
Theatre Museum, Helsinki
4.3.2025 – 31.8.2025
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Steps in the City
The exhibition examines how issues related to the physical, cultural and visual construction of cities have been dealt with in the visual...
Vantaa Art Museum Artsi, Vantaa
2.4.2025 – 31.8.2025
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"It's always summer there"
"It's always summer there" is an art exhibition by Hannu Palosuo of childhood summer memories and the difficulty of remembering.
Visavuori Museum, Valkeakoski
2.5.2025 – 28.9.2025
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Silence and the Forest - Taneli Eskola and Otso Vartiainen
Ainola and the Järvenpää Art Museum celebrate the 160th anniversary of Jean Sibelius with a photo and light art exhibition.
Ainola, Järvenpää
2.5.2025 – 30.9.2025
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Perttu Saksa: Jussarö – Invisible Forest
Perttu Saksa has been spending time and working on the island of Jussarö located in the outer archipelago of Ekenäs.
Chappe, Raasepori
9.5.2025 – 7.9.2025
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Ephemeral
Exhibition by Emmi Kallio, Katja Tukiainen, and Kirsti Tuokko
Erkkola, Tuusula Museum, Tuusula
10.6.2025 – 31.8.2025
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MUISTAKAA - heille kallis ol' maa
Photographer Johanna Kare's exhibition "MUISTAKAA - heille kallis ol' maa" is on display in Museo Militaria.
Museum Militaria, Hämeenlinna
25.1.2025 –
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The Finnish Museum of the Deaf
The Museum of the Deaf tells the history of the sign language community in Finland.
The Finnish Museum of the Deaf, -
22.10.2024 –
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Marie-José Van Hee – For Sun and Wind to Paint on
This spring, the Museum of Finnish Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki will host an exhibition dedicated to the delicate and nuanced...
Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki, Helsinki
7.2.2025 – 14.9.2025
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Maija Lavonen – Quietly Monumental
The Architecture and Design Museum in Helsinki will showcase the life´s work of the esteemed and beloved Finnish textile artist Maija...
Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki, Helsinki
31.1.2025 – 14.9.2025
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Gallen-Kallela, Klimt & Wien
The exhibition, which brings together modern art, fashion and design, explores the pulse of Vienna, Akseli Gallen-Kallela and brings the...
Ateneum Art Museum, Helsinki
26.9.2025 – 1.2.2026
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Modern!
Kandinsky, Calder, Albers – Collections of Modern Art in dialogue
Didrichsen Art Museum, Helsinki
12.6.2025 – 28.9.2025
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Pro Arte – Antrei Hartikainen
The Pro Arte exhibition will feature spatial artworks and sculptural wood and glass objects.
Didrichsen Art Museum, Helsinki
17.10.2025 – 25.1.2026
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Ancient DNA: A Key to the Past
Ancient DNA: A Key to the Past -exhibition transports visitors back in time, offering insights into the lives of ancient individuals...
Museum Centre Vapriikki, Tampere
13.6.2025 – 11.6.2028
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Bravissimo! Splendour of Teatro dell'Opera di Roma costumes
Next year, an opera full of emotion and drama will bask in the spotlight of Museum Milavida.
Museum Milavida, Tampere
26.4.2025 – 18.1.2026
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Rock, paper, scissors – Kiasma’s Collection Exhibition
Kiasma’s new collection exhibition reveals the evocative spectrum of materials used in contemporary artworks.
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
14.2.2025 – 18.1.2026
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Courage, Freedom, Love! A Moomin Adventure
The Courage, Freedom, Love! exhibition at the Maritime Museum of Finland is a magical adventure into the way of life and philosophy of the...
The Maritime Museum of Finland, Kotka
14.2.2025 – 7.3.2027
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In the Shadows – We Still Dream
Installations by visual artist Anni Laukka
The Museum of Kymenlaakso, Kotka
16.5.2025 – 19.10.2025
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Glamour and Curtsy – Upstairs and Downstairs Life
In the immersive exhibition, you will get to know the upstairs and downstairs folks, and the story characters who lead you through the joys...
Hakasalmi Villa, Helsinki
25.10.2024 – 31.8.2025
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Svinhufvud af Qvalstad – the stages of a noble family
P. E. and Ellen Svinhufvud belonged to an old noble family, Svinhufvud af Qvalstad, which celebrates 450 years of nobility in 2024.
Kotkaniemi, The Home of President P.E. Svinhufvud, Luumäki
25.5.2024 – 31.12.2025
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It's Showtime
It’s Showtime is an exhibition of performing arts and the making of a performance. It’s Showtime is a journey where miracles happen!
Theatre Museum, Helsinki
3.11.2023 –
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United
Working-class history in Finland from 19th century to the present day
The Finnish Labour Museum Werstas, Tampere
16.6.2023 –
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Sparkle from the halls and chambers
The Northern exhibition hall's collection exhibition showcases more than 800 objects and costumes, which offer a peek into the gentlefolk...
Turku Castle, Turku
1.1.2024 –
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Järvenpään taidemuseon kokoelmanäyttely
In May 2023 Järvenpää Art Museum opened a new permanent exhibition, which displays artworks by artists Eero Järnefelt and Venny...
Järvenpää Art Museum, Järvenpää
3.5.2023 – 31.12.2028
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Roots - Treasures from the Collections
In the exhibition you can experience amazing art, fun posters and impressive Finnish design.
Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva, Lahti
29.4.2022 –
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Art Lab
Art Lab is Hyvinkää Art Museum’s permanent exhibition and learning environment, which showcases works from the museum’s collection.
Museum Center Taika, Hyvinkää
6.3.2022 –
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Collection Kakkonen
Kyösti Kakkonen is a Finnish businessman and notable collector of art and design. Over a period of decades, he has assembled a major...
EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, Espoo
10.11.2022 –
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Virtual exhibition: Before machines
The free-of-charge exhibition displays the farm work and related tools and implements of the era before agricultural machinery.
Finnish Museum of Agriculture Sarka, Loimaa
2.3.2019 –
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The Doll Exhibition at Riihisaari
The Riihisaari Museum's permanent exhibition recounts the story of the Finnish doll.
Riihisaari – Savonlinna Museum, Savonlinna
1.6.2021 – 31.12.2025
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Boat Hall
An impressive collection of boats from different decades
The Maritime Museum of Finland, Kotka
6.9.2021 –
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Boat Hall
An impressive collection of boats from different decades
The Museum of Kymenlaakso, Kotka
6.9.2021 –
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The world's only Moomin Museum
The Moomin Museum presents all twelve Moomin books written and illustrated by Tove Jansson with original illustrations and a selection of...
Moomin Museum, Tampere
17.6.2017 –
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Bony Tales & Botanical Garden
In the excavations carried out over the years on the site of Aboa Vetus Ars Nova, more than a tonne of animal bones have been discovered.
Aboa Vetus, Turku
1.4.2025 –
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Bryk & Wirkkala visible storage
Bryk & Wirkkala Visible Storage takes a behind-the-scenes look at the invisible work done by museums. EMMA is the home of the Tapio...
EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, Espoo
17.11.2017 –
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The Universe and I
Dive into the world of astronomy and the history of the Observatory building!
The Observatory of the Helsinki University Museum, Helsinki
1.11.2012 –
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Art Workshop: Writing Love Letters with the Forest Alphabet
Join us to create your own masterpiece! In the Helsinki Biennial art workshop, you can participate in guided sessions.
HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Helsinki
30.8.2025
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Art Workshop: Writing Love Letters with the Forest Alphabet
Join us to create your own masterpiece! In the Helsinki Biennial art workshop, you can participate in guided sessions.
HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Helsinki
6.9.2025
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Concert: A matinée in the Norwegian spirit
Musicians in the concert are Birgitte Stærnes, violin and Helge Kjekshus, piano from Norway.
Sinebrychoff Art Museum, Helsinki
6.9.2025
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EMMA Talks | The Magic of Finnish Textiles, a lecture by Maria Jernkvist
Welcome to a lecture by Swedish textile expert Maria Jernkvist on Finnish printed textiles!
EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, Espoo
7.9.2025
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Children's Saturday
Looking for something fun to do and a break from everyday routines? On Children’s Saturday, we welcome children and visitors with...
Ateneum Art Museum, Helsinki
13.9.2025
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Art Workshop: Writing Love Letters with the Forest Alphabet
Join us to create your own masterpiece! In the Helsinki Biennial art workshop, you can participate in guided sessions.
HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Helsinki
13.9.2025
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Tangible Fashion | Materials and Mistakes
Aalto University students Nhung Huynh and Kuutti Lemetyinen, who participated in the Social Fabric exhibition, talk about their work...
EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, Espoo
14.9.2025
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Sibbe Live!: Natural Phenomena
Fantasiakvintetti:Fantasiakvintetti: Okko Kivikataja, clarinet; Laura Kemppainen, oboe; Päivi Väisänen, flute; Sari Seppelin, bassoon;...
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
17.9.2025
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Fredagar på Sibbe: Frigg
25th Anniversary Tour!
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
19.9.2025
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Art Workshop: Writing Love Letters with the Forest Alphabet
Join us to create your own masterpiece! In the Helsinki Biennial art workshop, you can participate in guided sessions.
HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Helsinki
20.9.2025
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Sibbe Live!: Duo Evening
Matti Moilanen, cello; Esa Moilanen, piano
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
15.10.2025
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Sibbe Live!: Sointu-Seitsikko
Traditional Horn Septet from Turku!
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
22.10.2025
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Anna Torkkel & working group: Bliss
A contemporary dance piece where dance, music, material, and light form a continuous flow of transformation.
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
29.10.2025 – 6.11.2025
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LUX Söderlångvik opening
Opening event of light art exhibition LUX Söderlångvik
The Söderlångvik Museum, Kemiönsaari
15.11.2025
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Oblivia: Reality Bang
Join the celebration as the renowned Oblivia group marks its 25th anniversary with the Finnish premiere of their captivating music theater...
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
9.12.2025 – 14.12.2025
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30.11. Memorial Day for the start of the Winter War
On the anniversary of the start of the Winter War 30.11. free access to the Winter War Museum.
Winter War Museum, Kuhmo
30.11.2021 –
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Give a gift that brings joy for a whole year – our Christmas offer gets you one extra month for free!
Edit: The offer is no longer valid. Give a Christmas gift that brings joy every day of the year. The Museum Card opens the door to the past, present and future: new directions in science and art, fascinating history and highlights of sports and music. Our Christmas offer now gets you one extra...
Birthday deal: Museum Card at a special price for yourself or as a gift!
Delight someone this spring – or begin your own year-long cultural adventure! To celebrate the Museum Card's birthday, all Museum Cards are now just €76 (regularly €79/€86). That’s access to 360 museums across the country for a full year. Treat yourself or gift unforgettable experiences...
See the Tips on New Exhibitions and enjoy the Cultural Spring in Finnish Museums!
This spring, museums all over Finland are offering many fantastic exhibitions. In addition to long-awaited classics, there will be intriguing modern art, internationally acclaimed photography, architecture and design. Learn more about what’s new this spring!
The New Exhibitions Bring Colour into the Darker Time of the Year – Check Out the Tips!
Experience Rafael Wardi, Kaija Aarikka, Claude Monet and other beloved classics, as well as the newest currents of contemporary art. The autumn’s new exhibitions also offer something to see for fans of rap music, exercise enthusiasts and nostalgic visitors. We have gathered together exhibitions...
Take advantage of the gift offer and celebrate Mother's Day with 360 experiences!
Give the delightful gift of a year-long cultural journey for Mother's Day! A Museum Card is a popular gift that suits many tastes. Museum Cards as a gift for only €69.90 (normally €79). The gift offer is valid only online until 12 May.
Museum activities for children, and the childlike!
In museums you can find a lot of things to do and see for people of all ages. With your Museum Card, you can for example set out for adventure in ancient castles, explore a submarine on Suomenlinna island, play at a toy museum, wash gold or climb into a plane or the cab of a train!
Over 360 Ideas for Summer Adventures – Bring a Museum Card as Your Travel Companion!
Have a look at our recommendations and find the best ideas for your summer holiday in Finland. The Museum Card is a useful travel companion for a thrifty domestic traveller. The card gives you unlimited access to more than 360 attractions, such as Turku Castle, Heureka and the Hämeenlinna Prison.
