Arktikum is the Provincial Museum of Lapland and Arctic Center. The exhibitions examine culture, history, and modern life in the Arctic. Concepts such as human life in tune with nature are explored in depth. In the Provincial Museum’s permanent exhibition “The Northern Ways” you will find out about the life and mothology e.g. of the moose and bear and you will also hear the sounds of the Lappish animals. The exhibition presents Sámi culture, with its costumes and languages, and small-scale models of Rovaniemi from 1939 and 1944 with the stories behind the buildings. In terms of time, the exhibition traverses from prehistory to the present day.

There are also various temporary exhibitions which are often linked to topical themes. These exhibitions are either put together by the museum itself, or are touring exhibitions on loan.

Reference: Official Website

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Founded: 1992
Category: Museums in Finland
Historical period: Independency (Finland)

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Péter Szabó (6 months ago)
Well built, interesting museum, unfortunately couple of exhibitions are under renovation. Also unfortunately the cafe is not working in weekends.
pooja mansha (9 months ago)
It's a really nice experience here. Awareness to climate change and its effect on Artic flora and fauna. We also learn about Sami people and their cultural foundation. Overall there is a lot to see and explore, but depends on what you are interested in. We had a museum card to enter but you can buy tickets at the counter. Friendly staff and guides with loads of information about the exhibition. I recommend you visit this place.
Marina S (11 months ago)
The Arktikum Science Museum in Rovaniemi is an exceptional destination for those intrigued by the Arctic region and its science. It's particularly captivating for children, as evidenced by an 8-year-old who had a fantastic time exploring its interactive exhibits. The museum offers a wealth of information on Arctic nature, culture, and history, presented in an engaging and educational manner. To truly absorb the rich experiences Arktikum provides, it's advisable to plan a visit lasting at least two to three hours. This duration allows visitors, both young and old, to immerse themselves fully in the wonders of the Arctic world that the museum vividly brings to life. We didn't time to take any photos of the interactive part of the museum though ??‍♀️
Oskar Vitlif (11 months ago)
Large museum on the history and culture of Lapland and the Arctic. The exhibition is fascinating. There is also something for children to experience. Visitors can borrow a free audio guide at the entrance. That's great! There are also free lockers for luggage and jackets. Food and drinks are available in the adjoining café. You should allow three to four hours to visit the museum. Unfortunately, the entrance fee is comparatively high.
Ady H (12 months ago)
It’s a must visit place if you are in Rovaniemi to get to know the history of the city as well as saami culture. There are loads of interesting visuals inside regarding reindeers, arctic circle, climate etc. It takes about 3-4 hours to completely go through it all. You can get a culture pass and get access to two more additional museums.
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