Ájtte, Ethnographic and natural history museum in Jokkmokk, Sweden
Ájtte is a museum in Jokkmokk that presents artifacts and documents about the history, traditions, and environment of the indigenous Sami people in northern Scandinavia. The collections show how people lived in this region and how they adapted to the natural conditions and landscape.
The museum was established in 1989 and documents the history of Sami communities from their hunter-gatherer origins to modern societies. It shows how life changed through technological development and new influences on the region.
The exhibition displays traditional Sami clothing with patterns in dark blue, red, and yellow that reveal information about the wearer's region and social position. These garments remain deeply connected to Sami identity and tell stories about different communities across the north.
The museum has different opening hours depending on the season, with shorter hours in winter and longer hours in summer. Visitors should check the current schedule before arriving to plan their visit properly.
During summer months, visitors can explore a research hut that was relocated from Sarek National Park to the museum grounds. A small alpine garden with local plant species is also accessible to visitors during this season.
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