Museum of Dolls and Costumes

The Museum of Dolls and Costumes is located in Tampere, Finland. It is located in a very picturesque place - on the shore of Lake Pyhäjärvi, in the ancient manor of Hatanpäa. The museum collected about five thousand dolls from different countries and various species. Here you can find such interesting types of dolls as dolls for divination, old rag and wooden dolls, puppet dolls, as well as the first mechanical dolls. The pride of the museum is a doll of the early XII century, brought from the New World. In addition, the museum presents ancient costumes, accessories.

The Museum of Dolls and Costumes has two permanent exhibitions: “The Fashionista Room 1890-1990”. This exposition is represented by antique outfits and fabrics, as well as various accessories, many of which are made by hand. "Doll-making technique." Here you can find out how certain types of dolls were made at different times, as well as the technique of making doll houses and outfits.

In addition to permanent exhibitions, temporary exhibitions are held in the museum.

In addition, the museum has its own small puppet theater, as well as playrooms for children. A visit to the museum will help you learn the history and varieties of ancient dolls.