Porin taidemuseo

About the museum

The Porin taidemuseo opened in 1981. Its collection is based on the collection of the Maire Gullichsen Art Foundation and the art collection of the City of Pori, which include Finnish and foreign art from the 19th century onwards; the emphasis is on modernism and contemporary art.

The museum operates in a former customs building used for dyeing and packing goods, which belongs to the 19th-century Kivi-Pori building complex. The architect Kristian Gullichsen converted the building into an art museum, and its large Halli (Hall) is one of Finland’s most beautiful exhibition spaces. The underground Siipi (Wing) extension was completed in 2000, and within it a stone cellar dating from the 1640s has been preserved. After a comprehensive renovation the museum reopened in January 2025.

In 2021 the Satakunnan Museo (Satakunta Museum) and the Porin taidemuseo were merged into the joint museum services of the City of Pori. The art museum also serves as Pori’s official tourist information point.

Highlights

• Collection of the Maire Gullichsen Art Foundation
• Halli (Hall) designed by Kristian Gullichsen
• 1640s stone cellar in the Siipi (Wing) extension
• Poriginal gallery, free admission

Founded

1981

Operated by

Porin kaupunki

Admission & discounts

The Museokortti is accepted. ePassi and Edenred are also accepted as payment methods. Free admission also for holders of the ICOM card and of a press card, for artists, members of the Satakunnan Museon ystävät (Friends of the Satakunta Museum), members of Porin Opaskilta ry (Pori Guides’ Guild) and Kulttuuriresepti customers. The joint Porin museoiden Museoavain (Museum Key) loyalty card for organisations costs €220 per calendar year.

Accessibility

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

The main entrance has a ramp, a motion sensor and an automatic door. The exhibitions are mostly step-free, but they change, so it is advisable to enquire in advance at customer service. A passenger lift goes to the first floor; a wheelchair user needs an assistant to use it, and staff will help. The step-free toilet is only on the lower floor. Induction loops are at customer service, in the lecture hall, in the meeting room and in the workshop. Wheelchairs, pushchairs, carriers and light seats can be borrowed. Some works have audio description available via a QR code; visually impaired guests may, together with an assistant, touch some sculptures wearing special gloves, depending on the exhibition. Some exhibitions may have loud sounds, darkness or bright lights. Assistance dogs, guide dogs and support dogs are welcome. The museum accepts the EU disability card and the Vessapassi (toilet pass).

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities

The Lasten oma taidemuseo (Children’s Own Art Museum) section offers tours and workshops for children and families, by exhibition season. Changing tables are on both floors.

Getting there & parking

There is a free charging point for three electric bicycles at the main door, and bicycle spaces with frame locks; more bicycle shelters are opposite the building, near the Taavin silta (Taavi Bridge).

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop
• Coat check

The self-service café, open during the museum’s opening hours, serves hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury snacks; you can also meet, study or work there. Outdoor clothing, umbrellas, large bags, rucksacks and cycling helmets must be left in storage. The museum shop sells Pori brand products, and the museum serves as Pori’s tourist information point.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent

The museum offers meeting services.

Plan your visit