The Kajaani-Oulujärvi region is known for its high-quality culture. Enjoy theatre shows and see museum exhibitions all year round.
Museums and theatres
Museums and theatres
Finland’s northernmost toy museum
Finland's northernmost toy museum is located in Paltamo. The Eilisen lapset ja Leikityt lelut (“Yesterday’s Children and the Games We Played”) 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 basic 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
Museums and theatres
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
Museums and theatres
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
Museums and theatres
Niilo Hyttinen art exhibition
Niilo Hyttinen (1940–2010) is one of the most renowned artists from Kainuu. Exhibition in Kajaani Art Museum 12.9.–24.11.2024. Read more
Museums and theatres
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
Museums and theatres