Åland Museum, Regional heritage museum in Mariehamn, Finland
The Åland Museum is a regional museum in Mariehamn that documents the history of the archipelago through artifacts, photographs, and documents. The collections show how life on the islands developed and changed over many generations.
The museum was founded in 1963 to preserve the maritime heritage of the archipelago. It traces how island society developed through important historical changes and events.
The museum displays ship models crafted by local sailors, some created under difficult circumstances. These objects reflect the maritime skills and traditions passed down through generations of islanders.
The museum sits in central Mariehamn and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should plan a few hours to browse the exhibitions comfortably.
The museum preserves historical ship journals and maritime records of the Aland Islands. These archives offer researchers and visitors deep insights into the islands' seafaring past.
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