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Events

Check out the events calendar and discover all daily happenings on and around the University of Helsinki.
24.10. 2019
Faculty of Pharmacy Pro-gradu seminar on wednesdays
Thu 24.10. - Wed 18.12.2019 12:00-18:00 ls 1015, Biokeskus 2 ftdk Proviisorin...
19.11. 2019
International TANIA Symposium
Tue 19.11.2019 8:45-17:00 Sibelius Hall, Lahti Ankkurikatu 7 Lahti Novel...
20.11. 2019
FinCEAL+ BRIDGES: Sustainable Development Goals and Partnerships for Transformation: Finnish Research and Innovation with Africa, Asia, and Latin America and the Caribbean
Wed 20.11.2019 8:30-11:45 Think Corner, Think Lounge Yliopistonkatu 4 ...
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Come and visit us!

Walk with mammoths and broaden your thinking through newest scientific knowledge. Discover a rare plant and travel across the universe. The University of Helsinki’s visitor attractions are welcoming you to drop by or stay for longer.
Attractions at the University of Helsinki

Natural History Museum

The exhibitions in the Natural History Museum depict the diverse nature of Finland and the rest of the world.

At­trac­tions at the Uni­versity of Hel­sinki

The University of Helsinki offers several interesting attractions which you can visit quickly or peruse at leisure to learn more

Botanic gardens

The botanic gardens in Kaisaniemi and Kumpula have a versatile and fascinating collection of living plants on display.

Think Corner

Think Corner offers the latest in research in the heart of the City Centre Campus, surrounded by the passionate young and wise seniors, in the living room of one of the world’s top universities. Think Corner offers spaces, services and events to generate new thinking and new creative energy. Doors and ideas are open for everyone.