Suomeksi • In English • Русский
1.6.-31.8. Every day 11–17 1.9.-31.5. Tue-Sun 11–17
DESIGN BY MORETAG
1.9.–31.5. Tue–Sun 11–171.6.–31.8. Every day 11–17
Adults: €10Students and senior citizens: €8 Under 18-year-olds: free of charge
Hämeenpuisto 28, floor 2 1/2Tampere, Finland
Nootti, The Museum of Finnish-Russian Relations emerges as a beacon of shedding light on the intricate tapestry of Finnish-Russian relations spanning over a century. Situated within the premises of the former Lenin Museum in Tampere, Finland, Nootti inherits a legacy of historical significance.
Nootti stands as a testament to Finland’s commitment to understanding and contextualizing its relationship with Russia. Delving into the depths of transboundary history, the museum illuminates the spectrum of Finnish-Russian interactions, from the Soviet era to contemporary times.
Operating within Tampere’s historic Workers’ Hall, Nootti converges expertise, critical analysis, and immersive storytelling to offer visitors a unique journey through political history. From the footsteps of Lenin and Stalin to the legacies of Kekkonen and Brezhnev, Nootti encapsulates a panorama of pivotal moments and narratives.
There is free admission to the museum on Saturday 3 October and Sunday 4 October. The museum celebrates the city of Tampere, which has its anniversary in beginning of October.
Nootti is a Finnish word meaning diplomatic correspondence between states. The word has a somewhat negative connotation because most messages between states contain some issue that needs to be resolved. The most famous note in Finnish history came from the Soviet Union in late 1961. The Soviet Union proposed joint military exercises due to the political situation in Europe. President Kekkonen negotiated with the Soviet leaders and managed to cancel the exercises. The reason for sending the note was to ensure that Kekkonen would win the 1962 presidential elections in Finland.
The texts in the exhibition are in Finnish and English. Audio guide is available in Finnish, English, German and Russian.
Accessible access to the museum is via the Hämeenpuisto 28 D staircase. Take the elevator to floor 3, where the staff will open the door. The staff can be reached by phone on +358 10 420 9222.
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