Kankaanpään kaupunginmuseo
Kankaanpään kaupunginmuseo in Niinisalo presents the history and art of the region; its collections include the Kauko and Sinikka Räikkeen art collection and a donation from Reima Oy.
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About the museum
Kankaanpään kaupunginmuseo has collected, preserved and researched the area’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage since the 1970s. The museum is housed in a former elementary school building in Niinisalo, along valtatie 23.
The permanent exhibitions tell the story of the history of the Kankaanpää region. In addition, the Kauko and Sinikka Räikkeen art collection, the Reima Oy donation collection and the Kankaanpää city art collection are on display. Kankaanpää is known for art, architecture and its garrison, and the museum’s subjects also include the shoe industry, the clothing industry and garrison history.
The museum also includes the Honkajoen kotiseutumuseo (local heritage museum) in Honkajoki, which presents objects from the peasant era. The museum is also responsible for the Taidekehä public sculptures in central Kankaanpää.
Highlights
- History of the Kankaanpää region
- Kauko and Sinikka Räikkeen art collection
- Reima Oy donation collection
- Taidekehä public sculptures in the town centre
- Honkajoen kotiseutumuseo (local heritage museum)
Permanent exhibitions
- Kankaanpään seudun historia – The permanent exhibitions tell the story of the history of the Kankaanpää region.
- Taidekokoelmat – On display are the Kauko and Sinikka Räikkeen art collection, the Reima Oy donation collection and the Kankaanpää city art collection.
- Operated by
- Kankaanpään kaupunki
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €7 |
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| Reduced | €5Pensioners, students, unemployed people and those doing military or civilian service |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Under-18s enter free of charge. |
| Groups (10+ people) | €5 per personGroups of at least 10 people, €5 per person. |
| Guided tour during office hours (Mon–Fri 8:00–16:00) | €50€50 per group, in addition to the admission fee. |
| Guided tour at other times | €90€90 per group, in addition to the admission fee. |
The Museokortti (Finnish Museum Card) is accepted.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
The museum is located in Niinisalo, along valtatie 23.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum shop.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Group visits and guided tours can be arranged on request. |
