Visit to Reidar Särestöniemi art museum
A famous artist of Lapland raised in a farmers's family has his home and gallery open as a museum.
You will have a guided tour around SÄRESTÖNIEMI MUSEUM
Transfer from Levi Center will take about 45 min. You will have a guided tour around SÄRESTÖNIEMI MUSEUM to experience the Arts and Culture of a well-known Lappish artist Reidar Särestöniemi (1925-1981). Särestö offers a peaceful atmosphere with a wide variety of Lappish culture; history, architecture, art, and way of living.
Take time, slow down, and feel the magic...
All this is represented by the unbelievable true story of Reidar Särestöniemi, a farmer's son who against all odds achieved a successful career as an artist. The museum area is situated in the middle of nature with its changing seasons. Take time, slow down, and feel the magic.
Arts Gallery Reidar Särestöniemi built his Gallery in 1972 because he needed a place where people could see his remarkable work Natural surroundings and the personality of the artist are at the center of the architectural design; the Gallery is also designed by acclaimed Finnish architects Reima and Raili Pietila.
The main exhibition consists always of several colorful and stunning works from Reidar Särestöniemi — the main exhibition is changed once a year, and smaller exhibitions in Studio and Old Särestö are changed every 3 months.
Enjoy coffee or other warm beverages
Info-Cafe-ShopFinish your visit at the info and café-house from the info and get the tickets and brochure from here. Enjoy coffee or other warm beverages with a homemade sweet bun (included in the tour price). Gifts and souvenirs with a true story and fine art can be found in our shop.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Transfer.
Guiding throughout the program.
A warm drink and a sweet bun in a café.
NOT INCLUDED
Warm winter clothing Snacks and meals Alcoholic and other drinks in the ice bar or in a café.
RECOMMENDATION
Please note that thermal clothing is not provided for this program. It can be rented separately.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Group 1 - 8 persons:
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event.
Group 9+ persons:
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 45 days or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event.
PLEASE NOTE
Child age: 7-16 years. Light walking outside is required.
Please note that thermal clothing is not provided for this program. It can be rented separately from the Safarimarket office in Levi Center.
MEETING POINTS
If you do not choose pick-up, you can start the experience at any of the places below:
Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket.
PICK UP
We offer pick-up to the following places for this experience:
Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket: Keskuskuja 2 B 3, Sirkka.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Embark on a cultural journey from Levi Center to the enchanting Särestöniemi Museum, where art, history, and Lapland's unique way of life converge. Scandinavian Travel Group invites you to delve into the captivating legacy of Reidar Särestöniemi, a farmer's son who defied the odds to become a celebrated artist.
Explore Lappish history and architecture
Your 45-minute transfer unfolds into a guided tour through the heart of Lapland's cultural richness. Särestö, nestled in nature's embrace, provides a serene atmosphere to explore Lappish history, architecture, and, above all, the extraordinary artistry of Reidar Särestöniemi.
The museum unfolds the true story of this remarkable artist, whose Gallery, built in 1972, stands as a testament to his passion. Designed by acclaimed Finnish architects Reima and Raili Pietila, the Gallery is an architectural gem reflecting both the natural surroundings and the artist's personality.
The vibrant works of Reidar Särestöniemi
Witness the ever-changing main exhibition featuring the vibrant works of Reidar Särestöniemi, rotated annually, and smaller exhibitions in the Studio and Old Särestö, refreshed every three months.
Conclude your visit at the info and café-house
Conclude your visit at the info and café-house, where warm beverages and homemade sweet buns await, included in the tour price. Peruse the shop for unique gifts and souvenirs, each carrying a piece of Lapland's rich cultural heritage.
Escape to Levi's artistic haven with Scandinavian Travel Group. Book your Särestöniemi Museum guided tour online and immerse yourself in the art, history, and magic of Lapland.