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Radio and TV Museum Mastola: A Blast from Finland's Broadcasting Past

Explore Finland's broadcasting history at the Radio and TV Museum Mastola in Lahti, featuring vintage equipment and interactive exhibits under historic radio towers.

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Step back in time at the Radio and TV Museum Mastola in Lahti, Finland, where you can explore the history of Finnish broadcasting. Located at the foot of the iconic 150-meter radio towers, the museum showcases the evolution of radio and television technology with interactive exhibits and vintage equipment.

A brief summary to Radio and TV Museum Mastola

  • Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-5 pm
  • Friday 9 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • Check out the museum shop for fun and unique souvenirs related to radio and television history.
  • Take advantage of the free parking available with a parking disc, but remember to display it in your car.
  • Visit the Radiomäki hill, where the museum is located, for fantastic views of Lahti and Lake Vesijärvi.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Lahti Travel Centre, walk north along Vesijärvenkatu, then turn right onto Radiomäenkatu. Continue up the hill to Radiomäki. The museum is located at the base of the radio towers. The walk is approximately 10 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    Take a local bus from Lahti Travel Centre to a nearby stop on Radiomäenkatu. Check local bus schedules for the most convenient route and stop. From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the museum. A single ticket within Lahti costs approximately €3.30.

  • Car

    Drive to Radiomäenkatu 37, 15100 Lahti. The museum is located on Radiomäki. Free parking is available next to the museum for up to four hours with a parking disc. Remember to display the parking disc in your car.

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The Radio and TV Museum Mastola offers a captivating journey through the history of Finnish radio and television. Housed in a former broadcasting station built in 1935, the museum showcases the evolution of media technology and its impact on Finnish society. The museum's exhibits feature a wide array of artifacts, including vintage radio and TV sets, broadcasting equipment, and household audio recording devices. Visitors can explore the history of radio and television from the perspectives of both viewers and program creators. Interactive displays allow you to experience broadcasting firsthand, such as creating your own newscast in a chroma key studio. You can also listen to old radio broadcasts and watch clips from historic television programs. Beyond the technology, the museum delves into the cultural and social impact of radio and television in Finland. Learn about the role of the Lahti long-wave station, once one of the most powerful in Europe, and how it helped to shape the nation's identity. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions focusing on different aspects of media history and technology.

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