The Land of Forestfulness
In Finland, the forest is present everywhere. It is our most important and diverse natural environment and resource. Here, the forest has always had a strong impact on people, communities and society – and we, in turn, on the forest. The forest has been simultaneously a lifeblood, an important place and a shared mental landscape. Forest culture consists of shared perceptions, meanings, practices, and ways related to the forest – multi-dimensional human-forest relationships. Forest culture lives on and evolves over time. It is precisely the change that makes it vibrant.
The Land of Forestfulness
The Land of Forestfulness sheds light on the forest and forest culture from six perspectives. Forest nature highlights the forest as a complex ecosystem that functions without people. Green gold examines the forest as a raw material reserve for humans. Lifeblood tells the story of the mental well-being and health that the forest provides to people, without forgetting its economic value or the well-being of the forests themselves. Forest folk describes the significance of the forest in shaping Finnishness and identity. Valued forest initiates a discussion on values. What does the forest mean to us and other species? Forest work reveals the forest-related work, forestry professions and forestry.
Welcome to the world of Finnish forest culture.
Photos of Lusto´s exhibitions
Explore Lusto with our guide Maria
Special exhibitions
Chainsaw Charms – Chainsaws from Lusto’s Collections
Chainsaws have been vital tools in Finnish forestry since the 1940s, evolving into versatile equipment for both professional use and daily life. Lusto’s collection features over 40 chainsaws from more than 45 manufacturers, representing a century of technological progress, diversity, and even surprising design.
From early models to modern classics, the exhibition celebrates the innovation behind chainsaw engineering. Beyond their practical use, chainsaws have inspired creativity—chainsaw sculptures are a common sight in Finnish landscapes. Artist Sanna Vatanen added a playful twist by crocheting chainsaws named after their colorful Finnish nicknames—some of which are now back on display at Lusto.
Which chainsaw in the exhibition captures your imagination?
Exhibition at Lusto 14.6.-16.8.2025
Upcoming exhibition: Simply Play – Wooden toys and forest games
Lusto’s main special exhibition of 2026 is an interactive, multi-generational experience that brings together nostalgic wooden toys, forest play and the evolving childhood. The exhibition provides a space to reminisce, share stories and, above all, play together.
The exhibition invites children, families, grandparents, and the young at heart into a world of play, memories and the forest. It offers fresh perspectives on childhood and how it has changed over time, prompting us to consider what the toys and play culture of different eras reveal about us.
The exhibition’s grand opening, Children’s Saturday, takes place on 9 May.
Exhibition at Lusto 9.5.2026-19.3.2028.
Guided tours
Our guided exhibition tours help you to immerse yourself in Lusto’s exhibitions and the fascinating world of forest stories.
Lusto events
Lusto events and work demonstrations explain man’s relationship with the forest and the environment to visitors. Events that focus on all things related to forests offer visitors interested in forest culture an opportunity to spend time together while learning new skills.