During the Lace Week, several residents of Old Rauma will open their yards to the visitors. The residents will hold yard sales or allow visitors to explore their yards as they are. The yards can be identified on the spot by the logo of the Old Rauma Association.

NOTE! The yards are open according to the resident’s schedule, usually starting at 10.00.

See the map of the yard sales HERE.

Organiser: Old Rauma Association

There’s always something lost in the grand royal manor – what will it be this time? The treasure hunt takes place in the alleys of Old Rauma. This guided tour, led by a historical character, introduces the UNESCO World Heritage Site from a child’s perspective.

Designed for children aged 4–10. Each child must be accompanied by an adult (children under 2 can join for free with an adult). Price is 10 € per child, payable on site in cash or via MobilePay. Duration is 1 hour.

NOTE! This program is mainly in Finnish.

Starting point Helsingintori, Vähämalminkatu
Organizer: ArtistGuideRauma

Non-stop uv-resin jewellery workshop! Design and make your own pair of earrings, necklace or keychain. The jewelry takes about 20 minutes to make. Price: 10 € necklace/keychain, 12 € earrings. Payment by MobilePay or cash.

Shipowner’s homemuseum Marela courtyard, Kauppakatu 2
Organizer: Ateljee Koffeli

In addition to the lace exhibitions at Poselli, there will also be lace-makers throughout the week, giving lace-making demonstrations.

Free entry.

Poselli Culture House, Nortamonkatu 12
Organizer: Nyplääjät ry and Pitsikeskus Emelia

Charming markets bring together craft entrepreneurs from different parts of Finland.

Kalatori
Inquiries about sales spots the Rauma Market Supervisor, tel. +35840 824 6400

Kosti the Fox’s treasure hunt for the little ones takes place in the inner courtyard of the art museum throughout Lace Week. The treasure hunt is free of charge.

Rauma Art Museum, Kuninkaankatu 37
Organizer: Rauma Art Museum

Come and solve puzzles in Marela!

The Story of the Rauman lace exhibition offers fun activities for the little ones in the family! Help the lace-maker find the objects that have fallen out of the basket!

There is an entrance fee, children under 18 are free.

Shipowner’s home museum Marela, Kauppakatu 24
Organizer: Rauma museum

During the Lace Week you have an opportunity to see Rauma bobbin lace being made daily at Marela and Kirsti. At Marela, the lace-maker enjoys the indoor space, which is accessible for the price of the museum admission fee. At Kirsti, on clear days, the lace-maker is in the courtyard, where admission is free. Otherwise there is an admission fee.

Sailor´s home museum Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
Shipowner’s home museum Marela, Kauppakatu 24
Organizer: Rauma museum

The event features 140 entrepreneurs from over 30 countries and various regions of Finland, showcasing their specialty products. There will be amazing international food stalls, handicrafts, and textile. There will also be a funfair for children in the area.

On the streets of the city centre and by the canal
Organizer: International Grand Markets

Marketplace goods from Finland and around the world, as well as culinary delights for every taste.

Savilankatu and Kauppakatu

Maid or farmhand Day is an interactive tour for young children, where they can learn about old-fashioned household chores and games at the sailor’s home Kirsti. Age recommendation +5 years. Can accommodate 10 children at a time.

No advance registration required. Free admission.

Note! This tour is in Finnish.

Sailor’s home museum Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
Organizer: Rauma museum

The café of the Rauma Martha Association.

The courtyard of the Church of the Holy Cross in Rauma, Luostarinkatu 1
Organizer: Rauman Marttayhdistys

Activities organized by Inspira for children at Nokan torppa, e.g. painting with watercolors, molding with Das pulp, stone painting and fishing, plus a buffet.

Free entry.

Nokan torppa, Suvitie 10
Organizer: Inspira ry

During Lace Week, children can pick up an activity sheet at the museum’s front desk. Valo the sailor guides families to various learning points marked on a map. At these stations, children can try out, touch, draw, create, play, and explore. Along the way, they’ll dive into Valo’s life and work aboard a sailing ship. The activity sheet is available in both Finnish and English.

The adventure tour is included in the museum admission. Free entry for children under 7.

Rauma maritime museum, Kalliokatu 34
Organizer: Rauma maritime museum

Children’s non-stop workshop “Dream your own park”, where children can create a dream park with characters, plants and animals.

In Lönnström’s home mouse corner, children can follow the adventures of Lönnström’s home mouse on video in the museum. The home mouse corner is in Finnish.

There is an entrance fee, children under 18 are free.

Teresia and Rafael Lönnström’s Home museum, Syväraumankatu 41
Organizer: Lönnström Art Museum

Studio Move’s stand at Rauma market square. Come and spin the wheel of fortune or try your luck in the raffle.

Rauma Market Square
Organizer: Studio Move

One day, something strange happened in Old Rauma. To solve the mystery, clever young detectives are needed! Using clues gathered during the tour, they’ll work to find out who is responsible. Could the mischievous lace town elves be behind it all?

The story is fictional, but during the guided tour participants will also explore the charming details of Old Rauma and learn a little about its history and present day.

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and covers about 1 km.

Price is 8 €/person (adults must also buy a ticket). Children cannot participate alone, each child must be accompanied by their own adult.

The tour is designed for children aged approximately 4–11, but everyone is welcome to join. Children aged 0–3 can join the rest of the family for free.
Maximum group size: 30 participants.

Starting point Old Town Hall, Kauppakatu 13
More information and tickets: Opas Suvi

The exhibition presents the history and present day of lace-making in Rauma, featuring lace treasures and memories from the collections of the Rauma Museum. The tour lasts about 30 minutes.

The tour is included in the museum entrance fee.

Marela, Kauppakatu 24
Organizer: Rauma museum

The third international Rauma Triennale exhibition, Enchanting Effort, opens to the public on 7 June at Rauma Art Museum and Art Space Muijala. It has its roots in the Baltic Sea Biennales held at Rauma Art Museum. Exhibited across both venues, Enchanting Effort brings together thirteen artists and artist groups who explore the theme of effort in personal, critical and curious ways. A guided tour will allow you to take a closer look at the exhibition, the works on display, and the ideas and themes behind the curated selection.

The guided tour is included in the museum entrance fee. Duration approximately 30 min.

Rauman Art Museum, Kuninkaankatu 37
Organizer: Rauman taidemuseo

Welcome to a child-friendly Ghost Tour of Old Rauma, where you’ll hear thrilling ghost stories! Finland’s third oldest town, with centuries-old houses in this UNESCO World Heritage site holds many secrets. This ghost tour is based on stories and real experiences shared by locals. In which house do the furniture mysteriously move by themselves? Where can you hear footsteps and knocking sounds?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and covers about 1,5 kilometers.

Price is 10 €/person (adults must also buy a ticket). Children cannot participate alone, they must be accompanied by an adult.

The tour is designed for children aged approximately 7–12, but everyone is welcome to join. Children aged 0–3 can join the rest of the family free of charge.
Maximum group size: 30 participants.

Starting pointt he Church of the Holy Trinity, Vanhankirkonkatu 28
More information and tickets: Opas Suvi

Maid or farmhand Day is an interactive tour for young children, where they can learn about old-fashioned household chores and games at the sailor’s home Kirsti. Age recommendation +5 years. Can accommodate 10 children at a time.

No advance registration required. Free admission.

Note! This tour is in Finnish.

Sailor’s home museum Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
Organiser: Rauma museum

A community singing event taking place at the market square during the Lace Week.

Free entry.

Rauma Market Square

A six-piece band from Rauma, playing mainly well-known Finnish pop and rock songs.

Free entry.

Marina Vista, Suvitie 14
More information: Marina Vista