Come and explore the Children's Cultural Centre Kotilo!

Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo is the home of children’s culture in the Central Library Saari.

Kotilo offers citizens and visitors diverse, high-quality and alternating children’s culture experiences – it’s a place for the whole family to spend time and do things together!

Opening Hours

Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo’s Family Lounge is open during the opening hours of Central Library Saari
Mon – Fri 8–20
Sat – Sun 10–16

The Kotilo Gallery is open and staff is present from Tuesdays to Saturdays according to exhibition schedules.
Tue and Thu 13–19
Wed and Fri 9–15
Sat 10–16
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What and where?

Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo is located on the Central Library Saari’s fourth floor. Kotilo’s operations are especially targeted at children under the age of 12 and their families, but also for school and day care centre groups. However, people of all ages are more than welcome to explore Kotilo’s experiential exhibitions!
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European Capital of Culture 2026

This year, Oulu is the European Capital of Culture – Kotilo is a part of the celebration!
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