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ARCTIC
MUSEUM
NANOQ

FINLAND'S FIRST

ARCTIC MUSEUM

Trädtopparna

​Meet the polar bear in
Fäboda forest

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In June 1991, Finland's first Arctic museum opened in Jakobstad.

The museum's name Nanoq is Greenlandic for polar bear.

 

At Nanoq, you can learn about Arctic cultures, history and nature, as well as hear exciting stories from famous expeditions to the North and South Poles.

 

Nanoq is located in the middle of the forest, surrounded by peaceful nature.

The museum consists of a large main building and several small cabins,

each with its own story to tell.

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Christmas at Nanoq 28.11

Christmas at Nanoq will once again be held on Little Christmas, Saturday 28 November, from 10 am to 3 pm. (€5 for adults, while children enter free of charge)

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The event is not a Christmas market as such, but we have space for a few vendors. If you are interested in selling your products at Christmas at Nanoq, please sign up by cklicking the button below. A table costs only €10!

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More information about the programme will follow later, but it will largely be the same as in previous years.

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Autumn meeting

Welcome to our autumn meeting on Thursday, 12 November at 6:00 PM. Coffee and sweet buns will be served afterwards!

We are also looking for new board members for the upcoming year. If you are interested, please get in touch!

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To the memory of Ole

Ole passed away on 12 October 2026. He had been part of Nanoq since the very beginning and was a warm, reassuring presence and a great support to the staff. Rest in peace.

Read more about his memories and thoughts on the museum, which he shared when Nanoq celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2021.

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The Museum Club is back in business

The Museum Club is a collaboration with the Shipyard and Bjärgas Hembygdsförening for children in grades 3-6. The group meets one Saturday a month and learns about local history in a fun and practical way. New members are welcome!

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Nanoq has a new Executive Director

Nanoq wants to welcome our new Executive Director, Mikaela Kurula!

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Nanoq goes geothermal heating

During September, Nanoq is undergoing an extensive energy renovation with the support of funding from the Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment and the EU’s rural development funding.

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New escape game!

We are excited to launch our brand-new escape game, Rhythms of the North! Come and put your problem-solving skills to the test and see if you can find the rhythm!

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Nanoq updates its membership register

Nanoq is updating its membership register and is now starting to introduce membership fees to facilitate the association's finances. Become a member and support us.

Opening hours

WINTER OPENING HOURS

(September–May)

  • Wednesdays and Thursdays, 12:00–16:00

  • The last Saturday of each month

  • Open by appointment for pre-booked groups

 

SUMMER OPENING HOURS

(June–August)

Monday–Saturday, 11:00–18:00

Sunday – CLOSED

The museum is closed during Midsummer weekend.

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