Toivonen farm animal park and farming museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Kälviä countryside, the Toivonen Farm is a delightful portal into Finland's rural soul. It feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping directly onto a historical family homestead where the past feels alive and well. You're greeted by the gentle clucking of chickens and the warm, earthy scent of hay, a world away from modern city life. The heart of the experience is connecting with heritage animal breeds and discovering the ingenious tools that shaped generations of Finnish life.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the beautifully preserved wooden plows and horse-drawn equipment that tell the story of pre-industrial farming. The real stars, however, are the friendly farm animals—heritage breeds of sheep, cows, and poultry—that you can often meet up close.
Visitor Information
Heads up, it's temporarily closed at the moment, so be sure to check their status before you make the trip out to Eläinpuistontie 2.
Architecture & Building
The museum is composed of classic Finnish rustic log buildings, weathered to a soft grey, that look as if they've grown naturally from the landscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Kälviä, Kokkola, Kokkolan seutukunta, Keski-Pohjanmaa, Manner-Suomi, 68300, Suomi / Finland
Phone: +358 50 0666535
Website: Visit Website
