Åland Museum: A Cultural Gateway to the Archipelago
Discover 7,500 years of Åland's history and art in one place, from ancient artifacts to contemporary masterpieces, in the heart of Mariehamn.
The Åland Museum, located in Mariehamn, is the primary museum for Åland's cultural history, offering a deep dive into the islands' past from prehistoric times to the present day. Sharing a building with the Åland Art Museum, it provides a comprehensive cultural experience.
A brief summary to Åland Museum
- 1 Storagatan, Mariehamn, 22100, AX
- +3581825426
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Allocate at least 90 minutes to explore both the Cultural History Museum and the Art Museum.
- Consider visiting on the first Thursday of the month for free admission.
- Walk through the Cultural History Museum's exhibition in an anticlockwise direction for a chronological understanding of Åland's history.
Getting There
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Walking
The Åland Museum is located at Storagatan 1, in Mariehamn, approximately 200 meters from the harbor. From the town center, walk east along Torggatan, then turn left onto Storagatan. The museum will be on your left. The walk is generally flat and takes about 5-10 minutes.
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Public Transport
Mariehamn's local bus service is free. Several bus routes stop near the Åland Museum. Check the local bus schedule for the most convenient route and stop. The main stop is in the town centre at the crossroads of Nygatan and Torggatan.
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