Satakunta Museum, Cultural history museum in Pori, Finland.
Satakunta Museum is a institution dedicated to the regional history and culture of the Satakunta area, housing over 80,000 objects from different time periods. The collections span from prehistoric times to the present day, showing how the region has developed over centuries.
The museum was founded in 1888 and gained official Regional Museum status in 1980, taking on responsibility for preserving local heritage. Since then, it has systematically collected objects, photographs, and documents that document the region's past.
The permanent exhibition displays traditional crafts, clothing, and objects from daily life across different periods of the region. You can observe how people in this area lived, worked, and spent their time through these items.
The museum sits in the city center and is easy to reach on foot, with clear signage and accessible entrance. Plan for at least two hours to comfortably explore the permanent exhibition and any temporary displays.
The museum maintains an archive of 300,000 photographs, maps, and architectural drawings documenting how the region has changed over time. This collection captures everyday details and transformations that go beyond what appears in the regular exhibition spaces.
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