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Museums and theatres

The Kajaani-Oulujärvi region is known for its high-quality culture. Enjoy theatre shows and see museum exhibitions all year round.

Museums and theatres

Embroidery Art Exhibition

The embroidery art exhibition Muurahainen pyörittää hernettä ("Ant rolls a pea") by Markku Hernetkoski can bee seen in Sissilinna, Kajaani City Theatre. Read more
Museums and theatres

Finland’s Northernmost Toy Museum

Finland's northernmost toy museum is located in Paltamo. The exhibition maintained by the Meteli Seis association showcases plaster sculptures, teddy bears, dolls and toys. Read more
Museums and theatres

Kainuu Museum in Kajaani

Visit the Kainuu Museum’s permanent exhibition, you will discover Kainuu’s history and culture from prehistoric times until the mid-20th century. The museum also has changing exhibitions. Read more
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Kajaani Art Museum

Kajaani Art Museum – small but great! Check out the wide range of exhibitions at the museum located in the former police station designed by Eino Pitkänen in 1936. Read more
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KARSITTU Exhibition by Leo Karsikas

The art exhibition by sculptor Leo Karsikas is an overview of his over 40 year career as an artist. In Kajaani Art Museum from December 12, 2024 to February 9, 2025. Read more
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Museum Director’s Photo Exhibition in Kainuu Museum

The photography exhibition by Museum Director Antti Mäkinen displays 39 photos taken between 1993 and 2023. It is open 20.11.2024–2.2.2025. Read more
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Paltamo Museum of Local History

Paltamo Museum of local history showcases artefacts from peasant culture, the tools of different vocations and local artefacts, the interior of an old schoolhouse and a cabin corner in Paltamo. Read more
Windmill at Riihipiha Museum
Museums and theatres

Riihipiha Museum

The Riihipiha Museum is located in the centre of the Vuolijoki village. The museum showcases a rural yard area and the activities in rural Kainuu. Museum is open during the summer. Read more
Events

Seminaari Open Mic

New Year's Eve Stage Poetry on December 31st at 6 pm at Taidekampus! Read more
Events

Taiteilijatonttujen Tupa

The event of Taiteilijatonttujen Tupa (The Hut of Artist Elves) takes place 19.12.2024–5.1.2025 in Lussitupa, by the Tar Canal in Kajaani. Read more

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