Located in the Kanavuori cave complex, the Jyväskylä University Library and Museum share the space with the Alvar Aalto Museum’s storage and collection facilities. The Jyväskylä University Museum’s collections trace the history of the university and its predecessors, starting from the 19th-century teacher seminary. In the Alvar Aalto Museum’s collection spaces, you’ll see furniture and other objects spanning the entire career of Alvar Aalto.
The tour is part of the MuseoFest event.
Advance registration is required for the guided tour. Two tours will begin simultaneously, each lasting 60 minutes and covering both museums’ facilities. Each group can accommodate up to 20 participants. Arrival is by private car, with parking available at the lakeside in a designated area.
The tour will be held in Finnish.
Participation only by advance registration and with the MuseoFest wristband. Please note that the tour is not fully accessible. Registration closes at 12.00 p.m. on 14 November 2025.
Be part of the diverse MuseoFest experience
MuseoFest offers a unique opportunity to discover Jyväskylä’s museums from a new perspective. Throughout the evening, you can immerse yourself in great stories, enjoy the joy of hands-on activities, and give yourself over to the delights of music and togetherness.
At this very first MuseoFest, one wristband gives you access to more than twenty surprising events, stretching from Tikkakoski to Kanavuori and from the city centre to Ruusupuisto. Travelling between venues is easy and free on Linkki buses when you show your festival wristband.
The evening culminates with the Jytää ja iskelmää gig at the Aalto2 Museum Centre!
Exhibitions open throughout the event
Your wristband also grants entry to all temporary and permanent exhibitions across the participating museums for the entire day.
Please note that within normal opening hours, exhibitions can also be accessed with a standard admission ticket or the Museum Card, but the rest of the festival programme is accessible only with a wristband.
Travel free of charge on Linkki buses
Just scan the QR code on your MuseoFest wristband when boarding any Linkki service between 2 p.m. and 2 a.m., and you’ll arrive at the museum relaxed and ready.
