As the ice of the last Ice Age gradually began to retreat, the exposure of the northern forests and tundra set the stage for our rich cultural history. From the first stone tools to the rebuilt farmhouses and refined 19th century style, the story of Finland's past is preserved in our National Museum. Each object offers the viewer a fascinating glimpse into life, modelled on human experience.
Wandering around the National Museum is like taking a trip back in time. From room to room, visitors are transported through different periods of history, exploring Bronze Age artefacts, the Middle Ages, 19th century urban life and finally Finnish folklore. Visitors to the museum can also reflect on the significance of these objects and periods for modern Finland and its culture.
Various exhibitions enrich the museum's offerings, creating a broad overview of Finnish cultural history. Art exhibitions, photo galleries and events and phenomena that have touched the land and people of Finland over the millennia become familiar through the exhibitions. The National Museum is a window into Finnishness, where stones speak and history lives.
You can never know too much about Finland's history. The National Museum hides many stories and through them reveals how a small nation has become a big part of the world. Finnish history and culture are much more than just hundreds of years old artefacts and expressions by artists. It is an experience that still lives among us.
When you visit the National Museum, you will not only see objects and history, but experiences and stories that tell the story of the diversity of our past. Every object in the exhibition contains a story. Every piece of art has sentimental value, humanity, and something beautiful - something to be proud of.
To sum up, the National Museum of Finland is a living testament to our past. It is a place where everyone can stop by and rest for a moment on the wings of history. Most importantly, it is a place where we can better understand where we come from - and perhaps where we are going. Every time we walk through the doors of the museum, we step into our own history and heritage.