Satakunta Museum
Satakunta
Satakunta Museum, located in Pori by the Kokemäenjoki river, is one of Finland's oldest historical museums, established in 1888. It serves as a regional museum presenting the history of the Satakunta province and the city of Pori. The museum houses over 80,000 artifacts and an archive of more than 300,000 photographs, maps, and architectural drawings. The current museum building, completed in 1973, features exhibition spaces across three floors and dedicated areas for temporary exhibitions. The museum complex includes additional sites such as the Nature House Arkki, Rosenlew Museum, Building Culture House Toivo, Korsman House, and the museum tugboat Santtu located in the Reposaari district. Visitors can explore diverse exhibits ranging from local history to industrial heritage, including the Rosenlew collection. The museum also offers a café and a museum shop, enhancing the visitor experience. Satakunta Museum has been recognized for its cultural significance, receiving the Museum of the Year award in 2019.
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Astuce: The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm, with extended hours on Wednesdays until 8 pm. Ticket sales close 30 minutes before closing time. Admission is free for visitors under 18 and students, and the Museum Card is accepted. It is recommended to check the museum's website for seasonal exceptions and special exhibitions, and consider visiting during weekdays to avoid crowds. The museum café offers lunch and refreshments for a pleasant break during your visit.
Faits intéressants
- •Satakunta Museum is one of the oldest historical museums in Finland, founded in 1888.
- •The museum's collection includes over 80,000 artifacts and archives with more than 300,000 photographs and maps.
- •The museum's current building was completed in 1973 on a site that had been a park since the 1852 Pori fire.
- •The museum manages several satellite sites including the Nature House Arkki and the museum tugboat Santtu in Reposaari.
- •It received the Museum of the Year award in 2019, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.
Histoire
Founded in 1888 by the Finnish Society of Pori, Satakunta Museum initially collected artifacts donated by locals, quickly amassing a significant collection.
It officially became known as Satakunta Museum in 1893 and transferred to city ownership in 1899.
Early museum spaces were limited until 1903, when it moved to the Iltama House.
Throughout the mid-20th century, the museum faced challenges with storage and preservation, leading to damage of some collections.
The current museum building was designed by architect Olaf Küttner and opened in 1973 on a site that was formerly a park since the great fire of Pori in 1852.
Over the decades, the museum expanded its operations, acquiring additional buildings and collections, including the tugboat Santtu and the Rosenlew industrial history collection.
In 2019, it was honored as Museum of the Year, reflecting its continued cultural importance.
Guide du lieu
Main Exhibition Floors1973
The museum's main building hosts exhibitions across three floors showcasing the history and culture of Satakunta and Pori, including permanent and temporary exhibits.
Nature House Arkki1999
A nature-focused museum unit located near the main building, featuring natural history exhibits related to the region's environment.
Rosenlew Museum2006
An industrial history museum located in a former crown granary at Aittaluoto, showcasing the history of the Rosenlew company and regional industrial heritage.
Building Culture House Toivo and Korsman House1990s
Historic wooden buildings in Pori's V district, featuring exhibition and workshop spaces, and a 1950s-style worker's home interior.
Museum Tugboat Santtu1982
An historic tugboat exhibited in the Reposaari district, part of the museum's collection reflecting maritime heritage.
Contact
Téléphone: 02 6211063