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Jyväskylä University Museum

The University Museum collects, preserves, studies and exhibits items related to the past and present of the University of Jyväskylä, cultural history and the diversity of nature. The University Museum takes you to the story of the University of Jyväskylä - to the past and present of one of the largest and most popular multidisciplinary universities in Finland.

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Jyväskylä University Museum

Jyväskylä University Museum cherishes and enlivens the common heritage of the University of Jyväskylä

The Jyväskylä University Museum is part of the Open Science Centre and it records, researches, preserves and presents the cultural and natural heritage of the University of Jyväskylä and its predecessors. The collections of the museum consist of cultural history and natural science collections, a botanical garden and the University's art collection. The collections are part of a global network of university museums on the history of science and are accessible to researchers, teachers, students, public authorities and citizens.

The museum's exhibitions are located in the Soihdu Exhibition Centre on Seminaarinmäki and in the Natural History Museum in Harju. Admission to the exhibitions is free. The University Botanical Garden is also part of the museum. You can find out more about the university's research and activities at the Science for All events, open to all.

Group visits and science education

Science education for museum visitors and groups of all ages.
Koululaisia luontomuseossa pöydän ääressä.

Welcome to guided tours or guided workshops at the Natural History Museum, Soihtu Exhibition Centre, Lähde Library and on campus! You can also visit the sites on your own and extend your visit with learning packages. Also check out the science education offerings of the Children's University JYUniorit.

Science for All

The University of Jyväskylä's Science for All activities provide information and experiences for all ages.

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