Lahden historiallinen museo

About the museum

The exhibitions of the Lahti Historical Museum have been on display in Lahti’s former manor since 1968. The pink main building, designed by the architect Hjalmar Åberg, was completed in 1898 as the home of the family of Captain August Fellman. The Fellmans had moved to Lahti in 1868, and August Fellman bought the manor’s cavalry farm (ratsutila).

The museum’s main exhibition, Hyvä paikka (A Good Place), opened in June 2024. It tells of the history of everyday life in Päijät-Häme from the time after the Ice Age to the present day, and its themes are community, the individual, the environment and everyday life. On the third floor is the Asehuone (Armoury), which displays weapons from different periods, from sabres to handguns.

The museum’s collections include, among other things, a collection deposited in Lahti by the Vyborg Historical Museum. The museum belongs to the Lahti museums, and it is maintained by the City of Lahti.

Highlights

• Hyvä paikka (A Good Place) main exhibition on the history of everyday life in Päijät-Häme
• Asehuone exhibition of weapons from different periods
• Historical manor building from 1898
• Atle’s Attic (Atlen ullakko) work space for groups and workshops

Permanent exhibitions

• Hyvä paikka -päänäyttely – The main exhibition tells of the history of everyday life in Päijät-Häme from the time after the Ice Age to the present day, with the themes of community, the individual, the environment and everyday life.
• Asehuone – The permanent exhibition on the third floor displays weapons from different periods, from sabres to handguns.

Founded

1924

Operated by

Lahden kaupunki (Lahden museot)

Admission & discounts

The Museokortti gives free admission. Payment methods: ePassi and Edenred Mobiili. Free admission is also possible with a season card borrowed from the Lahti City Library. Free admission is also granted to members of the Friends of Lahti Manor (Lahden kartanon ystävät) and the Lahti Society (Lahti-seura), and to certain student groups on presentation of a certificate.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

There is step-free access from the main entrance, and the lift connects all four floors. The accessible toilet is on the ground floor. Wheelchairs, rollators and folding chairs that can be carried through the exhibitions can be borrowed from the museum.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

The main exhibition is designed for the whole family. The Atle’s Attic on the third floor is used by groups and for workshops.

Getting there & parking

The museum’s main door is opposite the fountain in Kartanonpuisto (Manor Park). Bicycle racks are outside the museum.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop
• Coat check
• Lockers

Own packed lunches may be eaten in the Salonki next to the lobby. On the ground floor there is cloakroom space and lockable cupboards.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

Venue, guided tour and group bookings: historiallinen.varaus@lahti.fi.

Plan your visit