Åland Museum

Maarianhamina, Finland

The history of Åland from the Stone Ages to present times is exhibited at the permanent exhibition in the Åland museum. It’s concentrating on such themes as hunting and fishing, The Earth, The sea, The People and Autonomy. A comprehensive picture of Åland´s archaeology, folklore and natural sciences. In 1982 the museum received the European Museum of the Year Award.

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Founded: 1963
Category: Museums in Finland
Historical period: Independency (Finland)

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Piotr Staniszewski (9 months ago)
One of the best Maritime museums I have ever visited. Fully dedicated to merchant shipping with particular focus on the dusk of the age of windjammers and brave Aland sailors and their journeys to the farthest corners of the world. One of two remaining pirate flags is a highlight!
Aleksandr Filippenko (10 months ago)
Great museum exhibition with a great variety of covered themes, from ship models to lighthouse's lights and history explanation. Tickets covers two museums, this one and the Pommern ship. A good visit would take 90-120 for both museums, or 60-90 for this one only.
DMINATOR (2 years ago)
If you're into ships and anything related, this is the place to visit! The ticket price was 15€ for adults. The place has 3 floors total with one underground. There are plenty of interesting things to see and discover, including: a real pirate flag, highly detailed ship models and artifacts from the life of sailors For children there are many interactive expositions to explore with "sea monsters" as a highlight.
CHAYANAN DINSAKUN (2 years ago)
Nice example of how maritime life was in the past and a well preserved ship. This landmark of Mariehamn is a must see for everybody.
Simo Salo (2 years ago)
It was a greater experience than I thought it would be.
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