The Saarijärvi Museum of Art and Cultural History is the information bank for its area, organising special exhibitions in its main building throughout the year. In addition, the museum has a summer exhibition site in the Stone Age village and is also responsible for the exhibition activities and collections of the Tapperien Juhola.
The approximately four-kilometer-long Palvia Nature Trail winds through spruce forests, swamps, and an old-growth forest area. The trail partly follows boardwalks, and along the route, there is a kota (a traditional Finnish hut) and a campfire site. The trail is of moderate difficulty and suitable for a day trip. The old-growth forest area, Ryönänkases, found along the route, has been included in the Natura 2000 conservation program.
Rantaviidakko Playground is located in Rantapuisto, in the center of Äänekoski. The themed playground, completed in June 2024, was designed according to children’s wishes. Children were able to choose the park’s name, play equipment, and themes, which are jungle and underwater world. The park features, among other things, a zip line, trampolines, and a nest swing. The playground is open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM and is under camera surveillance. The park is intended for children and is a good example of involving children in urban planning.
You can spend a summer day with the whole family at the Harbor Park. The Pikku Kakkonen playground in the park delights the little ones. Additionally, the area features a traffic park and an asphalt RC car track. The harbor’s swimming beach, popular with families, is a great place to cool off on a hot summer day.
