Prehistory tells about life in Finland during the first 10,000 years; it tells about people like us the, whose culture, worldview and beliefs differed radically from our own.
The exhibition combines in a fascinating way the most significant prehistoric finds with the latest research results. They tell about the people who lived in the north and about their extensive connections to the east, south and west.
Palpable archaeological finds and digital experiences bring prehistory a step closer.
The Story of Finland
The National Museum tells the story of Finland through three independent exhibitions. The exhibitions take us from the Stone Age to the present day and invite us to think about where we are heading. Carefully selected classics from the collections and stories of surprising human fates paint an image of Finland’s past that was multi-voiced and had extensive networks. Based on Finland’s largest cultural history collection, the Story of Finland forms the foundation and core of the National Museum.
The exhibitions, shown at the National Museum between 2017–2023, have now been updated. The revision of the exhibitions has been based on the changed interpretation of history while bringing some of the most interesting finds of recent years on display.
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Opening hours and tickets
The National Museum will open to the public in spring 2027.
Contact information and location
Mannerheimintie 34, 00100 Helsinki
Tel. +358 295 33 6457