Antiquities and ancient monuments are traces of human activity ranging from the Stone Age to the early 20th century, which have been protected under law. The Cultural Environment Unit of the Pirkanmaa Provincial Museum protects, investigates and publishes information about our archaeological heritage, which forms part of the layered cultural environment. The Museum is the responsible authority on protection and the expert body on archaeology in the Tampere Region.
The Museum can be commissioned to conduct archaeological investigations such as excavations, inventories and archaeological supervision of projects. The Museum’s archaeologists carry out field surveys and inspections and issue advice on archaeological remains. The Museum employs both permanent archaeologists and project researchers.
There are no age limits for ancient monuments. These rock inscriptions in Rauhanniemi are from the 19th century. Photo Kalle Luoto.
