Accessibility
All of our sites have seating in the exhibition spaces. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome. We organize tailored guided tours for special groups whenever possible — please contact us for more information!
All of our sites follow the principles of a safe space.
Skogster Museum
Wheelchair ramp at the entrance and between levels. The ramps do not fully meet the criteria for steepness, width, and handrails. Some thresholds are higher than 2 cm.
If you need help with the heavy exterior doors, please call the museum ticket office at +358 3 621 2979.
Accessible toilet (opened from the ticket office if needed)
Palander House
Wheelchair ramp (does not meet the regulations for steepness) at the staff door. A personal assistant is required.
If you are coming for a tour in a wheelchair, please contact us in advance at +358 3 621 2979, at least one day before your visit.
High thresholds
Manual wheelchair available for loan
Folding chair available for loan during guided tours
Sibeliuksen syntymäkoti
Access to the ticket office, museum shop, and exhibition spaces involves steep, curved stairs. There is no elevator or ramp. If you plan to visit the museum in a wheelchair or with a walker, please notify us well in advance at +358 3 621 2755. A personal assistant is required.
A few thresholds in the exhibition spaces
No separate accessible toilet. The museum toilet can accommodate a wheelchair, but grab bars and other supports are missing.
Palanderin talon puutarhassa kukkii keväisin koristeomenapuita.
Tips and Precautions for Your Museum Visit
Do not touch the exhibition objects!
Photography in the exhibition spaces is allowed without flash. Share your photos on social media with #hmlmuseo #museoskogster #palanderintalo #sibeliuksensyntymäkoti #säästöpankkimuseo
Do not bring your own food or drinks into the exhibition spaces. Medically necessary eating and drinking is allowed, provided that museum objects are not at risk of damage.
Please move calmly in the exhibition spaces to avoid accidents. Running is not allowed in the museum.
Do not bring animals into the museum. Exception: guide dogs and assistance dogs!
Principles of a Safer Space
The principles of a safer space refer to shared practices that museum visitors and staff commit to following.
The museum’s safer space principles promote the safety of everyone using the space and the ability to participate as they are. The relevance of these principles is reviewed annually.
Respect, Human Dignity, and Assumptions
We respect each other and our differences. We strive to be aware of harmful and discriminatory assumptions and their effects on ourselves and others. We do not make assumptions and respect what a person tells us about themselves and how they define themselves. Harassment, discrimination, or racist speech are not tolerated. Human dignity belongs to everyone.
Harassment, Discrimination, and Bullying
We do not speak or act in ways that discriminate against or demean others. We do not treat anyone poorly based on personal characteristics such as gender, age, worldview, appearance, health, social class, or background.
We do not disturb others with our behavior. We respect everyone’s bodily autonomy and the right to privacy.
Participation in Creating a Safer Space
Identities and life situations are diverse — we do not exclude anyone through language. We use words that are inclusive of everyone. Our museum allows for a variety of interpretations and opinions. We listen to each other and disagree constructively.
We help others if someone needs assistance.
We critically examine our own behavior and make changes when necessary.
Photography in the Museum
Exhibitions, objects, and artworks may be photographed without flash, and images may be shared respectfully. Ask permission before photographing other people, including staff. Make clear why you are taking photos and where you will publish them.
Our museum photographs exhibitions and public situations according to good practice and shares images on social media channels, among others. Please inform the photographer if you do not want to appear in photos. We do not publish identifiable images of persons under 18 without consent.
Intervening in Harassment, Discrimination, and Bullying
Contact museum staff if you experience or notice harassment, discrimination, or bullying.
Inform staff if you are concerned about something in the space or at an event, for example, if you notice that someone does not feel safe.
We continuously learn and improve our practices. You can also reach us via email or our social media channels.
