Events at the museum

Guided tour in Swedish

Thu 5 Nov at 5 PM 
Exhibition Hall 
Pitkänsillankatu 28   
Free admission

Marita Liulia’s multidisciplinary and colourful The Game of Life explores the human life cycle from the perspectives of games and play. The exhibition features Marita Liulia Tarot, an extensive series of 78 photographic works that has captivated audiences in 11 countries.

The guided tour introduces visitors to the themes and artworks of the exhibition. The tour is in Swedish and lasts 45 minutes. Admission to both tours is free.

The Game of Life is on display at the Exhibition Hall from 25 September 2026 to 14 February 2027. 

Christmas at the home of Fredrik and Anna Drake 

Sat 21 Nov, 10 am–2 pm 
Home of Dredrik and Anna Drake, Läntinen Kirkkokatu 20 
Free admission 

Open house at Fredrik and Anna Drake’s home, decorated for Christmas. A Finnish-speaking guide will be present to tell visitors about the history of the building and the Drake family. Fragrance-free hour from 10 to 11 AM. Admission is free.

The home of Fredrik and Anna Drake is a house museum located in Neristan. Built in 1835, the house was home to four generations of the Drake artisan family.

“We’ve Waited So Long for This Moment” – public event for the book project

Tue 8 Dec, 5 PM 
Kälviä Library, Kälviäntie 46, 68300 Kälviä 
Free admission

Welcome to share memories and stories from the history of Kälviä, Lohtaja and Ullava and to hear about author Ville Eerola’s forthcoming book! 

PhD Ville Eerola has studied the eventful history of the three former municipalities, from the crop failures of the 19th century to the municipal merger of the 2000s. Years of research will soon culminate in the publication of a book. This public event follows an earlier event held in Lohtaja, which sparked a lively and interesting discussion. In the second part of the municipal tour, the author will focus particularly on the significant role that diverse associations and organisations have played in the development of these municipalities. The audience is invited to contribute to the book with their own memories and  stories. 

The event is in Finnish, open to everyone and free of charge. No advance registration is required. The event is organized by Museum Services / the City of Kokkola’s History Working Group and Library Services.