At the buildings and yards located on the Oulujoki River islands, you can explore traditional skills, beliefs and livelihoods: farming, salmon fishing, tar burning, logging and log floating. The Ylikärppä House’s yard takes you into the atmosphere of 1900s farmer life. The Parttuainen Logging Bunkhouse introduces you to the post-war period and the everyday life of logging workers. The island is filled to the brim with stories worth remembering.
The summer in Turkansaari is full of different events. The annual programme includes a Midsummer party, a traditional weekend in July, and the Muksut museossa days for children held throughout the summer.
Come visit and explore the authentic countryside atmosphere and the beauty of nature.
Vekaravintti
You are allowed to touch almost anything in the classroom, store and different rooms of Vekaravintti. Playing is absolutely permitted!
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Church
The church was built in 1694 according to the note found on a wall timber. The church was built for fishermen.
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Yli-Juurus House
At the Yli-Juurus House, you learn about the varied history of the Juurus Farm.
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