Prehistory Information Center Laughing Dragon
About This Museum
Out here in Eura, where the fields are flat and the history is deep, we've got a place that connects us right back to the Iron Age. The Prehistory Information Center, which everyone just calls the Laughing Dragon, sits practically in the shadow of the famous Kuhmoinen grave field. It’s not your typical stuffy museum; it feels more like stepping into a story. They’ve done a wonderful job of making our distant past feel immediate and alive.
Collection Highlights
You can't miss the full-scale reconstructions of Iron Age buildings—you can walk right inside and smell the woodsmoke. They also have exquisite reproductions of jewelry and tools found locally, including replicas of the famous Eura sword and delicate spiral bracelets that show just how skilled those early craftspeople were.
Visitor Information
It's easy to find on Eurantie, just a short drive from the town center. While it's a modern building, its spirit is entirely ancient. Do check their seasonal opening hours online before you visit, as they can change.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a clean-lined, modern structure with dark wood cladding, designed to blend respectfully into its historic surroundings without trying to mimic the past.
Contact & Location
Address: Esihistorian opastuskeskus Naurava lohikäärme, 18, Eurantie, Vahenoja, Kauttua, Eura, Rauman seutukunta, Satakunta, Manner-Suomi, 27510, Suomi / Finland
Phone: +358 44 4224826
Website: Visit Website
