Tiima

About the museum

Tiima is a museum and science centre at Myllytulli in Oulu, which opened in autumn 2026. Under one roof are the VISIO experience space, the Tietomaa science centre, the Oulu Museum and the Children's Museum, and with one ticket visitors can explore ten different experiences. The centre combines science, art and history for families, school pupils and travellers.

The building consists of a new wing and the protected main building of Tietomaa, the former leather factory of Veljekset Åström Oy. Renovation and extension of the building began in spring 2024. The factory's old water tower now serves as a viewing tower, and the courtyard has the Seikkailutehdas outdoor play area, where visitors can learn about the factory machinery.

The exhibitions cover, among other things, Oulu's many-layered history (Oulu: Tarinani), the birth of northern metal music (Metallikausi) and the northern lights (Aurora Revelare). Masiina takes visitors to an imaginary past of steam engines, Eläinten jäljillä explores nature and Värkkäämö shows how science is made. The Children's Museum exhibition Polkuja kaupungissa is aimed at younger visitors.

Highlights

• VISIO experience space, an immersive experience
• Oulu: Tarinani exhibition on Oulu's history
• Masiina, a steam engine adventure
• Aurora Revelare, an exhibition on the northern lights
• Seikkailutehdas outdoor play area and old water tower as a viewing tower

Permanent exhibitions

• Oulu: Tarinani – The exhibition presents Oulu's many-layered history and present, in which the sea, the streets and the people form the identity of Oulu.
• Masiina – The exhibition takes visitors to an imaginary past where steam engines and testing your own skills come together.
• Aurora Revelare – The exhibition is about the northern lights, where science and stories meet.

Founded

2026

Operated by

Oulun kaupunki

Admission & discounts

Holders of the Museokortti (Finnish Museum Card) and the Kaikukortti are admitted free of charge, but there may be restrictions at events. The Children's Museum and the Seikkailutehdas are free for everyone. Accepted payment methods are bank and credit cards, cash, Epassi, SmartumPay and the Edenred Virike card. Tickets cannot currently be bought online.

Accessibility

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

The entrances have automatic doors and no thresholds. Two lifts serve all floors, and the lift in the new wing has an induction loop. Inside there are raised lines, tactile maps and Braille signage. The information point lends pushchairs, rollators, wheelchairs, folding chairs, ear defenders and earplugs. Every floor has an accessible toilet.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities
• Playground / play area

Tiima is designed as a museum and science centre for the whole family. The Children's Museum, Värkkäämö and the Seikkailutehdas outdoor play area suit younger visitors. The entrance floor has an accessible baby-changing room, and the accessible toilets on the second and third floors have baby-changing tables.

Getting there & parking

By car, leave the E75/E4 motorway at junction 10 and head towards the city centre. The taxi and drop-off point is on Nahkatehtaankatu, about 70 metres from the entrance.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Restaurant
• Museum shop
• Lockers

On the ground floor, the Organic Cafe & Bakerhouse Mylly (H2O Mylly) serves food. The main foyer has a shop and lockable storage cupboards.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties

Private events outside opening hours must be booked at least 21 days in advance.

Plan your visit