National Museum renovation in Helsinki completed

The extensive renovation of the National Museum's main building in Helsinki has concluded, marking a significant milestone for the cultural institution.

The construction company NCC, responsible for the project, announced the completion on Tuesday. The initiative, which commenced in the autumn of 2023, encompassed both the construction of a completely new extension and the comprehensive refurbishment of the original, over 100-year-old main building. A key feature of the renovation is the addition of a glass roof covering the museum's previously open inner courtyard, now seamlessly connecting the historic structure with the new wing.

According to NCC's statement, the most substantial part of the renovation work involved the roofs. The project has been completed on schedule and within budget, with the facilities now handed over to the museum for its use. The frescoes within the building were protected throughout the renovation period.

The National Museum, located in the Etu-Töölö district of Helsinki, is slated to reopen its doors to the public in the spring of 2027, allowing visitors to experience the revitalized space.

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The renovation project was completed according to plans and cost targets, and the facilities have now been handed over to the museum for use.