The Museum of Central Finland
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8.6.2026The City of Jyväskylä welcomes the statement by the Finnish Heritage Agency, as three of the sites included in the Aalto Works ensemble are located in Jyväskylä: Säynätsalo Town Hall, the Muuratsalo Experimental House, and the Aalto Campus around the main building of the University of Jyväskylä. The City of Jyväskylä is currently preparing a visitor centre for the prospective UNESCO sites at the Aalto2 Museum Centre. -
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21.5.2026A new Visitor Centre will be built at the Aalto2 Museum Centre during the summer, guiding visitors to significant Aalto sites as well as Central Finnish World Heritage and cultural heritage sites.
Welcome to the Museum of Central Finland!
The Museum of Central Finland welcomes you on an unforgettable journey into Central Finland.
The permanent exhibition Exploring Central Finland takes the visitor from ancient Stone Age sites all the way to the technology craze of the early 21st century. The museum’s temporary exhibitions also present interesting perspectives on cultural heritage. The Activity Corner Nappula offers experiences for people of all ages during the museum visit. In addition to exhibitions, the Museum of Central Finland organises various events, workshops, and guided tours.
The Museum of Central Finland can be found at the Aalto2 Museum Centre. The museum is located in the Ruusupuisto neighbourhood in a magnificent museum building designed by Alvar Aalto where you can hang out, check out the exhibitions or visit for no particular reason. Don’t forget to also pop into our charming small museums.