The Museum of Hanko presents, researches and preserves the history of Hanko since 1909. The Museum of Hanko is located in the old factory facilities of Manner’s mechanical workshop.
Hanko Museum opened its main exhibition ”Where Land & Sea Meet” on 15th May 2025. Located by the sea, Hanko has always been a gateway to the world—but also a place to which people have returned despite war and hardship. Come and experience its fascinating history.
Until 18th April 2027 Adelaide – part of the clothing collection will be displayed with the main exhibition. In the 1990s, the Hanko Museum was donated a unique collection of ladies’ dresses spanning six generations in the family of Adelaide Indrenius.
8.10.2026–29.8.2027 – A Hanko resident and the creator of Tulavall
Irmelin Sandman Lilius is a well-known Finnish-Swedish writer and artist, whose works, translated into several languages, have fascinated readers for decades. During Irmelin’s anniversary year, we are presenting her life’s work aiming to attract new readers to her books and art while also highlighting Hanko as a town of culture.
Opening hours
Tuesday-Friday 10-18
Saturday-Sunday 11-16
Guide dogs are allowed in the museum, but not other dogs.
Picture: Arja Järvilehto
