Home Event Calendar Invention Week at the Museum of Technology, 12–18 October 2026 Invention Week at the Museum of Technology, 12–18 October 2026 During the autumn holiday, discover inventions and the process of inventing at the Museum of Technology. Other Events 12.10.2026 - 18.10.2026 at 11:00 - 17:00 The Museum of Technology Viikintie 1 D, Helsinki What does it take to develop an invention? What kinds of new inventions do we need? What stories are connected to the museum’s inventions? The holiday week’s program includes invention-themed activities and exploration. At the Invention Corner, you can explore the design process and make a prototype. At the self-guided activity stations, you can build and create with Lego or Plus-Plus blocks. The Invention Trail guides you through the different stages of inventing, while a guided tour offers fascinating insights into the museum’s inventions. Welcome to have fun and explore! INVENTION WEEK PROGRAM Mon 12 Oct Invention Corner workshop, 12–2 pm Invention Trail (non-stop) Lego and Plus-Plus stations (non-stop) Tue 13 Oct Invention Corner workshop, 12–2 pm Invention Trail (non-stop) Lego and Plus-Plus stations (non-stop) Wed 14 Oct Invention Corner workshop, 12–2 pm Invention Trail (non-stop) Lego and Plus-Plus stations (non-stop) Thu 15 Oct Invention Corner workshop, 12–2 pm Invention Trail (non-stop) Lego and Plus-Plus stations (non-stop) Fri 16 Oct Invention Corner workshop, 12–2 pm Invention Trail (non-stop) Lego and Plus-Plus stations (non-stop) Sat 17 Oct Public workshop: Monster Dough, 12–2 pm (Workshop fee €7.00) Sun 18 Oct Public guided tour: Inventions at the Museum of Technology, 1–1:45 pm The workshops and program during the autumn holiday week are included in the museum admission fee (except for Saturday’s workshop).
Repair Thursday 17.9.2026 at 16:00 - 19:00 Repair Thursdays – A Community Repair Workshop Repair Thursdays is a weekly event series hosted by the Museum of Technology, primarily designed for seniors but open to everyone aged 12 and above. The purpose of the event is to activate and empower participants to repair various items, clothing, and household goods, while offering them the opportunity to learn new skills in a communal and inspiring environment.
Pay What You Want Day 17.9.2026 at 11:00 - 20:00 Pay What You Want Day The Museum of Technology offers experiences all year round and wants to provide everyone with an equal opportunity to visit.
Guided Tours 20.9.2026 at 13:00 - 13:45 Guided Tour of the Permanent Exhibitions (in Finnish) A guided tour of the Museum of Technology’s permanent exhibitions takes place from 13:00 to 13:45. The tour begins at the museum’s information desk. The guided tour is included in the price of the admission ticket!
Repair Thursday 24.9.2026 at 16:00 - 19:00 Repair Thursdays – A Community Repair Workshop Repair Thursdays is a weekly event series hosted by the Museum of Technology, primarily designed for seniors but open to everyone aged 12 and above. The purpose of the event is to activate and empower participants to repair various items, clothing, and household goods, while offering them the opportunity to learn new skills in a communal and inspiring environment.
Pay What You Want Day 24.9.2026 at 11:00 - 20:00 Pay What You Want Day The Museum of Technology offers experiences all year round and wants to provide everyone with an equal opportunity to visit.
