Lahden Historiallinen Museo


Occupying a handsome late-19th-century manor house, Lahti’s historical museum stages hanging exhibitions illustrating aspects of the city's history, with a particular focus on the tradition of local furniture-making. The middle floor is mostly devoted to the collection of former diplomat Klaus Holma, which is a treasury of French and Italian religious art, rococo furniture and fine porcelain; excellent interactive screens allow you to access detailed information on every piece.


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