In 1957, the local heritage association of Karvia established a museum in an old granary (1853). There are currently around 2000 items displayed in the museum. The collection includes, among others, wooden dishes, old textiles, and instruments of natural healers. The open-air museum area is situated behind the church. The area comprises the church stables, a smoke cottage, a barn, a forge, a drying barn, Lehtinen’s cottage and a cabin. In the summertime, the museum area springs to life as the residents arrive to take up their various tasks.
The museum is not fully accessible. The yard area of the open-air museum is accessible for wheelchair users.
OPENING HOURS
- Open by appointment
- Free admission
The museums are part of the Arts Route of Karvia. Read more about the Arts Route here.