Discover Finnish Museums!
Search for museums, exhibitions and events all over Finland. Find the best holiday ideas and spontaneous everyday activities.
Museums 32 hits
The Museum Card allows you to visit magnificent museums.
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Ateneum Art Museum
The home of Finnish art and part of the National Gallery. Finland's premier art museum showcases beloved works as well as acclaimed exhibitions from Finland and abroad.
Helsinki
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Brahestads museum: Packhouse
Welcome to the oldest museum in the country! Established in 1862, the Pakkahuone museum is a veritable cornucopia into the history of museums and maritime life.
Raahe
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Temporarily closed!MUSEUM
Civil Guard and Lotta Svärd Museum
The museum for voluntary national defense operates in a building designed by Alvar Aalto for the South Ostrobothnian Defence Corps and Lotta Svärd organisations.
Seinäjoki
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Gold Prospector Museum
Stories on gold right next to a national park! Hear colorful stories of the gold fever that once gripped Lapland.
Sodankylä
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Hämeenlinna City Museum Skogster Museum
Discover the long and eventful history of Hämeenlinna! True tales which surpass fiction, along with comfy spaces, attract visitors from near and far.
Hämeenlinna
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Juhani Aho Museum
Early years of Finland's first professional author and Nobel candidate Juhani Aho, in an old rectory at the historical Koljonvirta area.
Iisalmi
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Käkisalmi-museum
The Käkisalmi Museum has a permanent exhibition showcasing the history of Käkisalmi and Karelia.
Heinola
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Kustavi Museum
Experience the island life at the wonderful Kustavi! Get to know the unique culture, traditions and life in the costal are of Turku dotted by around 20 000 small islands.
Kustavi
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Merchant´s House Museum
20th century Fenno-Russian tradesman tradition and craftsman life in a rare timber house.
Hamina
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Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
National museum of contemporary art in the heart of the Helsinki city center. Kiasma showcases the art of our time, offers interesting encounters with art, and gives new perspectives on life.
Helsinki
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Naantali Museum
Discover the bathing traditions of the maritime coastal town Naantali and dive into monastery history.
Naantali
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Temporarily closed!MUSEUM
Old Town Hall
Get to know the history of Rauma and its famous lace-making tradition, in the heart of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage town.
Rauma
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Paikkari Cottage
A modest 19th century cottage which was the birth home of Elias Lönnrot; the Finnish national author and creator of the Finnish national epic Kalevala.
Lohja
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Palander House
Immerse yourself in the life of a local merchant family a hundred years ago, all the way from the lavish banquet hall to the staff kitchen.
Hämeenlinna
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Parppeinvaara poem village
The Parppeinvaara Poetry village keeps Carelian cultural heritage alive – during summertime with singing and kantele-playing guides!
Ilomantsi
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Temporarily closed!MUSEUM
Rauma Museum, Pottery
The workshop of the potter Gustaf Löfman represents a long tradition of craftsmanship in Rauma.
Rauma
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Rosenlew Museum
History of the Rosenlew company, one of Finland's largest technical and industrial companies from 1853 to 1987. Right next to the factory area, in a protected warehouse.
Pori
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Rovaniemi Local Heritage Museum
Find out what life was life in the arctic circle at the end of the 19th century by visiting the Pöykkölä farm and 13 other buildings relocated to Rovaniemi.
Rovaniemi
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Satakunta Museum, Building Heritage House Toivo and The home of the Korsman Family
Learn how to repair old houses with love and care at Toivo, or get to know how Finns lived in the 1950s' at the Korsman family home.
Pori
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Siida - Sámi Museum
The Sámi Museum Siida offers a rich and immersive journey into Sámi culture — its traditions and modern-day life.
Inari
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Temporarily closed!MUSEUM
Skolt Sámi Heritage House
The Skolt Sámi Heritage House shows exhibits on the indigenous folk of Sevettijärvi, the Koltta tribe.
Inari
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The Brage Open-Air Museum
A historical peasant community in a beautiful environment near the center of Vaasa. Embark on a journey to the 19th century.
Vaasa
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The Craft Museum of Finland
The museum is a specialized museum for craft covering entire Finland.
Jyväskylä
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The Halosenniemi Museum
A Beautiful 20th century artist residence and atelier at the heart of Finnish culture, the shores of Tuusulanjärvi lake.
Tuusula
Exhibitions 43 hits
The Museum Card allows you to visit fascinating exhibitions.
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The main exhibition
The main exhibition of Riisa is a place where the thousands of years of Byzantine tradition meets the cultural heritage Karelian Orthodox...
RIISA - Orthodox Church Museum of Finland, Kuopio
24.4.2015 –
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13 Stories about Humane Design
The Alvar Aalto Museum’s summer exhibition in the Aalto2 Museum Centre’s Gallery tells 13 stories about Alvar Aalto’s design and...
Aalto2, Jyväskylä
24.4.2026 – 10.1.2027
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Vaasa 400 - tales of a city
The exhibition takes visitors on a journey through the city’s 400-year-long history.
Ostrobothnian Museum, Vaasa
6.2.2026 –
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Juha Vehmaanperä: Craft Punk
The first large-scale solo exhibition by knitting artist Juha Vehmaanperä, Craft Punk, opens at the Gallery of the Architecture & Design...
Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki, Helsinki
20.2.2026 – 6.9.2026
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Kannuksenpyörä – Häme Ryijy Rug
The exhibition Kannuksenpyörä – The Häme Ryijy Rug presents textiles from the collections of the Hämeenlinna City Museum, celebrating...
Hämeenlinna City Museum Skogster Museum, Hämeenlinna
15.1.2026 – 9.8.2026
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Shadows in Paradise – Malla Hukkanen’s Photographs from Aki Kaurismäki Film Productions
Malla Hukkanen’s photographs from internationally known Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki's films.
Riihisaari – Savonlinna Museum, Savonlinna
26.9.2025 – 15.2.2026
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Sandra Kantanen: Between landscapes
Sandra Kantanen’s work centers on the fundamental nature of photography and landscape, the interface between the real and the ideal, and...
Turku Art Museum, Turku
6.2.2026 – 17.5.2026
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Personae – Pictures of Personalities
Pictures of Personalities from the Art Collections of Åbo Akademi University Foundation at the Sibelius Museum
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
11.2.2026 – 31.5.2026
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Käkisalmi-festival
Themed exhibition of the Käkisalmi Festival from 1947 to the present day
Käkisalmi-museum, Heinola
12.12.2025 – 31.3.2026
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Mikkeli’s 14th Illustration Triennial
Mikkeli’s 14th Illustration Triennial presents the breadth and versatility of contemporary illustration.
Mikkeli Art Museum, Mikkeli
13.6.2026 – 13.9.2026
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Kirsi Vahtera: The Land’s Crown – sculptures and photographs from Finnish mythology
Kirsi Vahtera’s, a master blacksmith and designer, exhibition The Land’s Crown continues the series of exhibitions based on Finnish...
Haltia The Finnish Nature centre, Espoo
9.1.2026 – 26.3.2026
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Lay Of(f) the Land
Art Alliance of the Arctic South’s exhibition Lay Of(f) the Land brings together eight Nordic artists whose works, inspired by northern...
Ostrobothnian Museum, Vaasa
29.11.2025 – 12.4.2026
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The Story of South Karelia
The exhibition invites you on a journey through time, tracing the story of South Karelia from prehistory to the present.
South Karelia Museum, Lappeenranta
13.12.2023 – 31.12.2030
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YUIMA NAKAZATO: GLACIER
An exhibition showcasing the creations and process of leading Japanese couture designer, Yuima Nakazato.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
22.5.2026 – 11.10.2026
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History and stories from the Käkisalmi region since 1294
The Käkisalmi Museum has a permanent exhibition showcasing the history of Käkisalmi and Karelia.
Käkisalmi-museum, Heinola
20.3.2025 – 31.12.2026
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Waterways
The multidisciplinary exhibition Waterways (Vesireitit) brings together artists who explore human relationships withthe landscape of...
Lappeenranta Art Museum, Lappeenranta
21.2.2026 – 10.5.2026
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Duodjipolut - Duodjebálgát
In the exhibition, we travel alongside two Saami artisans to explore the Saami craft traditions and skills passed down through their...
Siida - Sámi Museum, Inari
14.11.2025 – 15.3.2026
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Land Surveying and Mapping in Finland – Central Finland on the Map
A map does more than indicate location—it reflects society. Throughout history, maps have served as instruments of political power, works...
Aalto2, Jyväskylä
13.12.2025 – 10.5.2026
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Museum’s Little Christmas Shop 14.11.‒31.12.2026
This traditional holiday sales exhibition presents Finnish craftsmanship wrapped up in gift-ready packages.
The Craft Museum of Finland, Jyväskylä
14.11.2026 – 31.12.2026
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Karelian Sportlore – Lauri Greis 6.3.2026-18.10.2026
In the works of textile and fashion designer Lauri Greis, technical materials meet traditional craft techniques and garments. The...
The Craft Museum of Finland, Jyväskylä
6.3.2026 – 18.10.2026
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Dreamlike Dwellings – Ángel Barrientos 20.12.2025‒8.3.2026
The exhibition showcases the architectural miniatures created over several decades by Ángel Barrientos for his own pleasure and that of...
The Craft Museum of Finland, Jyväskylä
20.12.2025 – 8.3.2026
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Curly Birch – the Tree Pressed by the Devil 25.4.‒30.8.2026
The lovely swirly patterns of curly birch make each piece unique –it’s a super-material of Finnish nature and design. Folklore, art,...
The Craft Museum of Finland, Jyväskylä
25.4.2026 – 30.8.2026
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Pulling the Threads - From Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation Collection and Rovaniemi City Collection
Pulling the Threads immerses the viewer into the world of textile art.
Rovaniemi Art Museum Korundi, Rovaniemi
14.11.2025 – 8.3.2026
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Edith Hammar – Boots Filled with Water 28.11.2025 – 22.2.2026
The solo exhibition Boots Filled with Water / Stövlar fyllda med vatten / Saappaat täynnä vettä presents, for the first time in...
The Aine Art Museum, Tornio
28.11.2025 – 22.2.2026
Events 25 hits
The Museum Card allows you to enjoy diverse events.
Museum Card museums
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EMMA Talks | At the Heart of Duodji – A Young Sámi Artisan’s Journey and Future Perspectives
In her talk, Sámi artisan Reetta Tornensis shares her journey to becoming a maker of duodji, traditional Sámi handicrafts. Tornensis will...
EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, Espoo
13.2.2026
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Guiding in Finnish: Laskiainen, winter traditions
Come and find out what traditions have been associated with the celebration of Laskianen in the past.
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
15.2.2026
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Winter traditions in 'Laskiainen' and sledding
How was 'Laskiainen' celebrated in the past? Come and Learn more about the traditions (guiding in Finnish) and go down the slope. If...
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
15.2.2026
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Winter traditions in 'Laskiainen' and sledding
How was 'Laskiainen' celebrated in the past? Come and Learn more about the traditions (guiding in Finnish) and go down the slope. If...
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
15.2.2026
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Guiding in Finnish: Laskiainen, winter traditions
Come and find out what traditions have been associated with the celebration of Laskianen in the past.
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
17.2.2026
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Winter traditions in 'Laskiainen' and sledding
How was 'Laskiainen' celebrated in the past? Come and Learn more about the traditions (guiding in Finnish) and go down the slope. If...
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
17.2.2026
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Winter traditions in 'Laskiainen' and sledding
How was 'Laskiainen' celebrated in the past? Come and Learn more about the traditions (guiding in Finnish) and go down the slope. If...
Glims Farmstead Museum, Espoo
17.2.2026
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LÖRDAGIS (Jori Hulkkonen, Miia Magia)
Museum of Technology, Helsinki
21.2.2026
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Treason to whiteness. A reading circle on abolitionist thought and radical race critique.
Welcome to a reading group that delves into key themes of abolitionist thought and radical race critique, exploring their relevance for...
The Finnish Museum of Photography, Helsinki
21.2.2026
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Treason to whiteness. A reading circle on abolitionist thought and radical race critique.
Welcome to a reading group that delves into key themes of abolitionist thought and radical race critique, exploring their relevance for...
The Finnish Museum of Photography, Helsinki
28.2.2026
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Fredagar på Sibbe: Simon Svoboda
Versatile musician and master cellist Simon Svoboda performs at the Sibelius Museum.
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
13.3.2026
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Radouan Mriziga: Atlas / The Mountain
Performance weaves together ritualistic movement, cultural traditions, and a visually rich stage language.
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
20.3.2026
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Concert: Hildá Länsman & Tuomas Norvio
The concert mixes yoik and electronic music.
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
27.3.2026
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Gold Prospector's Starter Pack Wed & Fri at 2 pm
Gold Museum’s new weekly program, Gold Prospector’s Starter Pack, introduces you to Lapland’s gold prospecting history and gold’s...
Gold Prospector Museum, Sodankylä
15.10.2025 – 27.3.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Afrobeat, Food for the Music & the Soul
The art workshop includes storytelling, music, movement & delicious snacks inspired by African traditions and handicrafts.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
19.4.2026
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Sibbe Live!: Soirée a Paris
Hanna Lipiäinen, violinLili Ahopelto, piano
The Sibelius Museum, Turku
22.4.2026
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Elle Sofe Company: Vástádus eana - The Answer is Land
A performance representing the new wave of contemporary Sámi dance explores the sense of community and kinship between people, nature, and...
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Helsinki
13.5.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Between Worlds – From Heritage to Digital Reality
Art workshop that explores the connection between traditional artistic heritage and today's digital culture.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
7.6.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Colors of the Earth - Natural Pigments from Nature
Experience the beauty of natural color in this hands-on workshop inspired by Andean dye traditions from Peru.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
26.7.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Sri Lankan Traditional Mask Making
Explore the vibrant world of Sri Lankan traditional masks in this hands-on art workshop at the Oulu Art Museum.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
23.8.2026
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Gold Prospector's Starter Pack
In summer Gold Museum's guided tours and gold panning Mon-Fri 1 pm. The found gold is yours to keep!
Gold Prospector Museum, Sodankylä
1.6.2026 – 30.9.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Kazakh Touch - Ornament Crafting with National Flair
In this cozy art workshop you will explore the beauty of traditional Kazakh decorations and symbols.
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
8.11.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Voices and Vibrations – Creating Sound Together
This art workshop invites participants to discover the unique sounds, rhythms and emotional layers of Iranian and Eastern musical...
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
13.12.2026
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Monikulttuurikalenteri2026: Voices and Vibrations – Creating Sound Together
This art workshop invites participants to discover the unique sounds, rhythms and emotional layers of Iranian and Eastern musical...
Oulu Art Museum, Oulu
13.12.2026
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The New Exhibitions Bring Colour into the Darker Time of the Year – Check Out the Tips!
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Rise up to the Museum challenge – Discover museums with a year of 50 challenges!
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Museum activities for children, and the childlike!
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See the Tips on New Exhibitions and enjoy the Cultural Spring in Finnish Museums!
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Over 360 Ideas for Summer Adventures – Bring a Museum Card as Your Travel Companion!
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The New Exhibitions Bring Colour into the Darker Time of the Year – Check Out the Tips!
Experience Rafael Wardi, Kaija Aarikka, Claude Monet and other beloved classics, as well as the newest currents of contemporary art. The autumn’s new exhibitions also offer something to see for fans of rap music, exercise enthusiasts and nostalgic visitors. We have gathered together exhibitions...
Rise up to the Museum challenge – Discover museums with a year of 50 challenges!
The museum challenge will inspire people to discover art, science, technology, design, nature, music, architecture and history! The challenge is a fun way to truly discover museums, whether you're a museum novice or a hard-core museum fan.
Museum activities for children, and the childlike!
In museums you can find a lot of things to do and see for people of all ages. With your Museum Card, you can for example set out for adventure in ancient castles, explore a submarine on Suomenlinna island, play at a toy museum, wash gold or climb into a plane or the cab of a train!
See the Tips on New Exhibitions and enjoy the Cultural Spring in Finnish Museums!
This spring, museums all over Finland are offering many fantastic exhibitions. In addition to long-awaited classics, there will be intriguing modern art, internationally acclaimed photography, architecture and design. Learn more about what’s new this spring!
Over 360 Ideas for Summer Adventures – Bring a Museum Card as Your Travel Companion!
Have a look at our recommendations and find the best ideas for your summer holiday in Finland. The Museum Card is a useful travel companion for a thrifty domestic traveller. The card gives you unlimited access to more than 360 attractions, such as Turku Castle, Heureka and the Hämeenlinna Prison.
