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The main exhibition of the Finnish Labour Museum explores working-class history from 19th century to the present day in an inventive way.
Visit a co-op shop, explore the museum printing press and immerse yourself in narrative short films!
Steam Engine Museum
At the Steam Engine Museum, you can find a majestic Sulzer steam engine. It was used to produce power for the Finlayson cotton mill in the early 20th century.
The Industry Museum
The Industry Museum exhibition offers a great experience for the whole family, and anyone interested in the industrial history of Tampere.
Kalle Kaihari’s Life
13 Feb 2026 – 10 Jan 2027
Fascinating story of a son of a working-class family, who became a major influencer in many areas of life. Kaihari made his career as a successful merchant in Tampere. Nationally, he was known as a versatile sportsman and one of President Urho Kekkonen’s closest friends.
Punished without a Crime
30 Apr 2026 – 20 Sep 2026
The history of Finnish correctional labour facilities: how and why they were established, who ended up in them and how was life inside the walls. The exhibition is based on the non-fiction book Rikoksetta rangaistut (Siltala 2026) by historian Katariina Parhi and photographer Vesa Ranta.
Age of Utopias
– Finns Building Utopian Communities
24 Oct 2026 – 7 Mar 2027
The exhibition tells amazing stories of utopians with faith in their ideals and of a new life on the other side of the world. The exhibition partner is the Sointula Museum, located in the 125-year-old village of Sointula in Canada.