The Moomin Museum is the world’s only museum fully dedicated to the Moomin stories created by Tove Jansson. Located in Tampere Hall in the centre of Tampere, it functions as an experiential art museum where visitors of all ages can step into Moominvalley. The permanent exhibition presents original Moomin illustrations donated by Tove Jansson, along with around forty miniatures and tableaux, including the famous multi-storey blue Moominhouse model. The storyline of the museum follows the order of the books, allowing visitors to journey from the earliest tales through the later adventures, meeting familiar characters and scenes along the way.
The focus is on atmosphere and immersion: carefully designed lighting, soundscapes and stage-like sets create the feeling of walking through the Moomin books. A dedicated Observatory space hosts changing exhibitions, there is a Reading Room with Moomin books in many languages, and workshop areas for families and groups. The on-site shop and online store offer exclusive museum products based on the collection’s original art. Many visitors describe the Moomin Museum as a highlight of their stay in Tampere and one of Finland’s most charming cultural attractions, combining literature, illustration and storytelling in a way that works equally well for children and adults.
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