Carlsro Museum, Kristiinankaupunki, Finland

The museum of a private collector illustrates the history and lifestyle in the town. The museum is situated in a shipowner´s residence dating from 1896. The exhibition includes toys, implements of a pharmacy, chinaware, textiles etc.

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Reece Popplewell (15 months ago)
Looks great from the outside, €5 per adult to go inside.

Jari P. Ängeslevä (2 years ago)
Fascinating story with an interesting architecture. Worth the visit.

Harri Lehtovaara (3 years ago)
Huge stuff. Because of this, not the best possible order.

Jari B Miettinen (3 years ago)
Very nice almost abandoned villa with very colour full history, strongly recommended.

Markku Vierimaa (3 years ago)
An incredible place for one man to accomplish. The museum reception / ticket seller was a good guy whose story was great.

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