10 Museums in Lapland That You Shouldn't Miss

Every piece of jewellery, made in the workshop of the Inarin Hopea, tells a story about the nature of Lapland, its culture, people and their environment. Inari Silver Studio you will hear interesting and mystical stories about the origin of the jewels. Occasionally, you may be able to follow the goldsmith at his work. The Inarin Hopea is located in Inari, right opposite to the Sami Museum Siida.

Gallery and shop of the Korean ceramic artist Miki Kim. She arranges art exhibitions with international artists, ceramic classes and other events.

Siida is your guide to the Sami Culture and the diverse nature of Northern Lapland. Siida is under renovations and renewal. Siida is closed in May 2021. 1.6.2021 onwards until 31.3.2022, you can visit Siida's historic open-air museum. Restaurant Sarrit serves customers in the new restaurant wing. And costumer service and Siida Shop can be found in a temporary builduing infront of Siida. 1.4.2022 Is the opening of new and improved Siida. For more information on the renewal project please visit www.siida.fi.

The buildings on Pöykkölä farm date from the end of the 1800’s and are built on the shores of the River Kemijoki. Open: June-August. At other times by arrangement.

Luvattumaa is a true find. Sheltered by the beautiful Lappish nature, Luvattumaa welcomes travellers to open their senses and experience the ice, the snow, the water, the scents and the flavours. During the winter season, snow castle the Levi Ice Gallery opens its doors for the public. Our River Spa is open throughout the year, as is the true heart of Luvattumaa - the Lappish hut restaurant.

Tankavaara is home for the only international museum in the World displaying past and present of gold panning and prospecting. The basic exhibition presents the history of gold prospecting in Lapland. The Golden World, the international section, presents over twenty countries all over the World. Welcome to join the story of gold and man!

Salla Museum of War and Reconstruction is located in a building that was originally made 1948 for railway workers and their families. The Museum's exhibition tells about the history of Salla municipality which was known as Kuolajärvi until year 1936. Salla was involved in the Second World War (1939–1944) and suffered heavy destructions. An enormous effort was made to rebuild the municipality – by the year 1950 nearly 400 new farms, many schools and a church were built.

A building chock full of stories - on Santa's home turf! The Santa's House of Snowmobiles exhibition pays tribute to the unique snowmobiling culture of the north by displaying snowmobile treasures from various periods. The entertaining exhibition is perfect for visitors of all ages, sharing snowmobiling stories and showcasing technologies as part of Arctic history, nature and culture.