Merikarvian kotiseutumuseo
Housed in the former office building of the Kuvaskangas glassworks, the museum presents four theme exhibitions, including a general store and a sawmill worker’s room.
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About the museum
The Merikarvian kotiseutumuseo operates in the former office building of the Kuvaskangas glassworks. The museum has four theme exhibitions: a general store, a sawmill worker’s room from the 1930s and 1940s, a display on local livelihoods, and a biographical exhibition on the village schoolteacher Ines Tommila (1875–1959).
The museum house also has an escape room for groups of 2 to 6 people, which is booked in advance through the online shop of the municipality of Merikarvia.
Highlights
- General store
- Sawmill worker’s room from the 1930s and 1940s
- Display on local livelihoods
- Biographical exhibition on schoolteacher Ines Tommila
- Free admission
Permanent exhibition
- Neljä teemanäyttelyä – General store, sawmill worker’s room, display on local livelihoods and the biographical exhibition on Ines Tommila.
- Operated by
- Merikarvian kunta
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Adults | free |
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Admission to the museums is always free.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- 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
The museum has no step-free access, but there is a toilet.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
Free parking
Parking in the area is free of charge.
Amenities & dining
A toilet is available.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Group visits are arranged in advance. |
