Carelicum
The North Karelia Museum in central Joensuu, telling the history and everyday life of the Karelian border region.
Carelicum lies beside the Market Square in Joensuu and houses the North Karelia Museum, along with a tourist information centre in the same building. Its permanent exhibition uses artefacts, old photographs and recreated scenes to present Karelian ways of life, the cultural meeting of Orthodox and Lutheran traditions, and the history of the cession of Karelia after World War II and the mass migration of residents. There are also temporary exhibitions. The galleries are not large, and you can see everything in about an hour, making it a good first stop for understanding local culture. Admission is about ten euros. Opening hours change with the seasons, so check the official website before your visit.
Opening hours
Usually open Tuesday to Sunday; check the official website
Nearby sights
- Joensuu Market Square
- Taitokortteli
- Joensuu Art Museum Onni
- Joensuu Town Hall
- St Nicholas Orthodox Church, Joensuu
- Joensuu Church
- Ilosaari & Ilosaarirock
- Paha-Koli & Akka-Koli trails