Ostrobothnian museum

The Ostrobothnian Museum is a regional museum in Vaasa with collections that document life in the former province. The exhibition includes objects from peasant households, artworks by European artists, and natural science displays about the local area.

The museum was designed in 1927 by architect Eino Forsman and reflects the building style of that era. An additional wing was added in 1967, showing how the museum expanded to meet growing needs.

The collection displays how people in the region lived and what art they valued. Visitors see everyday objects from peasant and wealthy households alongside each other, making the contrast between different ways of living clear.

The museum is located near Marianpuisto Park and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should allow enough time to explore the different exhibition areas throughout the building.

The museum houses the Hedman collection with artworks by artists from Northern Europe and southern countries spanning several centuries. This shows the international artistic connections the region once had.

Location: Vaasa

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: +35863253800

Website: http://pohjanmaanmuseo.fi

GPS coordinates: 63.09951,21.60188

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09