Merimiehenkotimuseo
A summer museum in a house on the edge of Myllymäki hill, dating from the 1770s, that depicts the home of a Uusikaupunki seafaring family in the early 20th century.
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About the museum
The Merimiehenkotimuseo is located on the edge of Myllymäki hill, in a building that is one of the oldest surviving residential buildings in Uusikaupunki. The house is thought to have been built in the 1770s. The small house has been furnished to depict the home of a Uusikaupunki seafaring family in the early 20th century.
In the museum, child visitors can play detective tasks, among other things. The Merimiehenkotimuseo belongs to the museum services of the City of Uusikaupunki, whose main museum is the Wahlberg Museum House, and it is open in summer.
Highlights
- One of Uusikaupunki's oldest surviving residential buildings
- Seafaring family's home furnished in the early 20th century
- Detective tasks for children
- Free admission
Permanent exhibition
- Merimiesperheen koti – A small house from the 1770s, furnished as the home of a Uusikaupunki seafaring family in the early 20th century.
- Operated by
- Uudenkaupungin kaupunki
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Groups | –Guided tour and opening fee for groups: €30 on weekdays 8:00–16:00, at other times €40. |
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Free admission. Daycare and school groups can also book a visit in August and September; for child groups from Uusikaupunki, admission is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Hands-on stations
Child visitors can play detective tasks, among other things.
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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| Good to know | Guided tours for groups by arrangement; visits are possible only in summer. |
