Helsingin väestönsuojelumuseo
Museum in a wartime bomb shelter presenting the history of civil defence and everyday life in Helsinki during the war years 1939–1944.
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About the museum
The Helsinki Civil Defence Museum operates at Siltavuorenranta in a wartime bomb shelter. The museum is maintained by the Helsinki Civil Defence Association, which has acted as a safeguard for Helsinki since 1941.
The exhibition tells of the general history of civil defence and of civil defence during the wars. Almost a third of the exhibition deals with wartime Helsinki in 1939–1944. The premises include a cellar shelter, where the sounds of bombing can be heard, and a lecture hall where visitors can watch videos about civil defence and everyday life during the war.
Highlights
- Wartime bomb shelter as a museum space
- Helsinki during the war, 1939–1944
- Cellar shelter with bombing sound effects
- Guided tours by the association’s volunteers
Permanent exhibition
- Väestönsuojelumuseon perusnäyttely – The exhibition presents the general history of civil defence and civil defence during the wars, as well as wartime Helsinki in 1939–1944; technical objects and literature are on display.
- Operated by
- Helsingin väestönsuojeluyhdistys ry
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Adults | free |
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Admission to the museum is free. The content, duration and price of group visits are agreed on a case-by-case basis.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The museum’s guides are volunteers of the association. A guided museum tour is one of the programmes offered to groups. On request, the association also provides safety training for associations, groups and school classes. |
