Do we Finns sometimes feel that we know too little about our own history?
That ignorance of the richness of our cultural heritage prevents us from fully appreciating it? Fortunately, we have museums whose mission is to preserve and present artistic, cultural, historical and scientific values. One of them is the Finlandia Museum, the most important museum in Finland, located in Helsinki.
The Finlandia Museum's vast collection contains objects, works and stories from many different eras. Through the exhibitions and collections, visitors can explore different layers of Finnishness: from ancient to modern, from national to universal cultures, military and civilian life, rituals and everyday life. All these aspects shed light on what Finnish culture has been and where it is heading.
One story that has stuck in the minds of visitors to the Finlandia Museum is that of a Finnish soldier from the early 20th century. The exhibition tells the story of a soldier who returned home a greatly changed man after the First World War and who had a great impact on his community. This story puts a face to soldiers who have fought and sacrificed for their country.
The Finlandia Museum is an opportunity to experience and learn about the diversity, richness and sustainability of Finnish culture. It presents the truth of our history in all its complexity and richness. A visit to the museum is like a journey into the past, to better understand where we are now and where we come from.
To sum up, the Finlandia Museum offers a unique way to discover the Finnish cultural heritage. It is a place where history comes alive and where visitors can explore the different layers of Finnishness. The story of one soldier is just one of the many stories through which the museum illuminates the Finnish cultural heritage. Visit the museum and dive deep into Finnish culture - you may discover a new understanding of yourself and your community.