Traditional and paper-crafted Christmas joy at the Moomin Museum!
The holiday season, with all its hustle and bustle, sweeps us off our feet, making it feel impossible to slow down—even though it’s exactly what we need. In the peaceful atmosphere of the Moomin Museum, finding a moment of calm becomes possible. Shielded from the world’s noise, visitors can pause to listen to Tove Jansson’s heartwarming short story The Fir Tree and create stunning Christmas tree decorations in the Studio!
We all know that Moomins don’t celebrate Christmas—they hibernate through the winter with their bellies full of fir tree needles. However, in The Fir Tree, the Moomin family suddenly finds themselves in the midst of a strange and wonderful Christmas frenzy. With Tove Jansson’s characteristic empathy, the story marvels at the chaos of holiday preparations and ends with a quiet reflection on the true heart of Christmas: warmth and caring. During the brief reading session, both children and adults can enjoy a moment of rest before the next round of hustle and bustle takes over.
Hustle and bustle, however, is exactly what awaits in the Moomin Museum’s Studio! This year, the workshop focuses on creating Christmas tree decorations from recycled paper. Paper ornaments have a long tradition of gracing tree branches, with endless designs ranging from classic paper chains to intricate star creations. In this year’s workshop, participants will craft exquisite traditional and modern decorations from the pages of discarded books—with, of course, a stylish Moomin twist!
The Fir Tree reading sessions
November 30 – December 22, 2024
- Sundays 3 pm in English
December 27, 2024 – January 4, 2025
- daily 3 pm in English (when the museum is open)
Duration: approximately 20 minutes. Sessions are included in the price of admission. (During the holiday season, reading sessions replace guided tours.)
From recycled book to Christmas ornament – workshop
November 30 – December 22, 2024
- daily from noon to 4 pm (on museum opening days)
December 27, 2024 – January 4, 2025
- all day (on museum opening days)The workshop is suitable for all ages and is included in the admission.
