Media Museum Merkki — Attraction in Helsinki sub-region

Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, the Päivälehti Newspaper Museum offers a captivating journey through the annals of journalism. As an avid enthusiast of history and media, I embarked on a visit to this iconic museum to delve into the rich tapestry of Finnish journalism.

Upon entering the museum, I was immediately struck by the immersive ambiance that greeted me. The museum's design seamlessly blends modernity with tradition, creating an environment that is both visually stimulating and intellectually engaging. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, providing visitors with a comprehensive overview of the evolution of newspapers in Finland.

As I wandered through the exhibits, I couldn't help but marvel at the ingenuity and dedication of the journalists who brought these stories to life. From hard-hitting investigative pieces to lighthearted human-interest stories, the newspapers showcased a diverse range of content, reflecting the myriad facets of Finnish society.

In addition to its extensive collection of newspapers, the museum also features interactive displays and multimedia presentations that bring the history of journalism to life. From vintage printing presses to virtual newsrooms, visitors are invited to explore the tools and technologies that have shaped the field of journalism over the years.

My visit to the Päivälehti Newspaper Museum was a truly enriching experience. From its captivating exhibits to its commitment to education and outreach, the museum offers a compelling tribute to the rich history of Finnish journalism. Whether you're a history buff, a media scholar, or simply curious about the world around you, a visit to this iconic museum is sure to leave a...

Even for a non Finnish speaker, the museum is amazingly informative. It’s established by the largest media company in Finland, but generic and objective enough to give audiences a comprehensive summary of Finnish press. It’s not only about news themselves, but also how the news are reported, distributed, and conveyed. It provides an opportunity to look back into history through the eyes of the press. We were surprised to see how history always repeats itself as the titles that made the front page decades ago don’t seem that much different from today: from an epidemic, a country invaded another, to fake news and celebrity gossips… A quick look through the archive made me understand how freedom of speech, press, and expression is the skeleton of a democratic country. I appreciated more the journalists who devoted their life to keep us informed about what is going on in the world, and through that helped us make the right decisions...

Adding a review cos I really enjoyed this free museum and they wouldn’t take a donation! So first of all it’s free, there’s a clockroom/lockers for stuff (also free) The main exhibit on the ground floor is all about the history of media in Finland, so it goes through the first newspaper, printing, then misinformation and free press of the modern day. Best thing about the displays, they’re digital and you spin a wheel to select one of about 6 languages, and then another wheel to scroll through the information. The exhibit downstairs doesn’t have any English but there’s some huge printing presses to look at. Then there’s a temporary exhibit, which at the moment is about a Finnish newspaper artist. This was in Finnish but has paper translations into English and Swedish to take round with you. All in all a nice way to spend a...