Kierikki Stone Age Centre

Kierikki Stone Age Centre is a museum in Oulu displaying archaeological finds and tools discovered in North Finland. The collection spans several millennia of human settlement and development in the region.

The centre was founded in 1995 with support from municipal, state, and EU funding before opening in 2001. Its creation reflected growing interest in making the region's rich prehistoric past accessible to visitors.

The site features reconstructed Stone Age dwellings where visitors can try traditional crafts and daily activities themselves. These hands-on experiences offer a direct connection to how people lived thousands of years ago.

The site is located northeast of Oulu along the Iijoki River and is easily accessible by car. On-site facilities include lodging, a restaurant, and conference rooms to meet various visitor needs.

The main building is constructed primarily of wood and ranks among Scandinavia's largest timber structures. This architectural feature distinguishes it from typical modern museum buildings and connects the design thematically to the materials displayed inside.

Location: Oulu

Operator: Oulun kaupunki

Website: http://kierikki.fi

GPS coordinates: 65.36064,25.94796

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00