Nanoq – The First Arctic Museum in Finland and in Europe
The Arctic Museum Nanoq was inaugurated in June 1991 in Jakobstad (Pietarsaari) in Finland and is the first Arctic museum in Europe. Nanoq displays the Arctic and Antarctica, as well as surrounding areas and is a tribute to the cultures of the last Arctic peoples. Over the years the museum has grown to become a vibrant Arctic cultural centre, which is visited annually by thousands of guests from all over the world.
The museum’s name Nanoq comes from Greenlandic and means polar bear. At Nanoq you can get acquainted with Arctic peoples, cultures and customs, and hear exciting stories from famous expeditions to the North and South Pole. The museum area is situated in the middle of the forest and consists of different cottages that have been built over the years. Each cottage has their own story to tell.
Opening hours
Summer season
30.5-31.8.2022
Every day from 11-18.
During the midsummer weekend we are closed.
Off-season we are open for groups. From January to April, we are on winter break. We do, however, rent out our venues, if staff is available. Contact us.
Tickets
Free entrance for for children under school age
Children 5 €
Students 8 € / with guided tour 13€
Adults 10 € / with guided tour 15 €
Location and contact information
Address:
Phone number:
+358456401312
Email:
Note! Nanoq is located in the middle of the forest and the terrain is natural. There might be slippery spots, roots and wet ground, so walk carefully.
At Nanoq we organize different happenings and exhibitions. For example, each summer we have a new exhibition and children’s adventure.
Sadly we don’t have our most recent news in English, check our finnish or swedish site to learn more about what is happening at Nanoq.