A Unique Insight into Pharmacy History at Pharmacy Museum and Qwensel House

Located on the riverfront, the Qwensel House is the oldest bourgeois building from the autarchic era in Turku, dating back to approximately 1700.

This historical site served as a pharmacy in the 1800s, preserving its architectural features and displaying artifacts from its operational past. Visitors can see a laboratorium dedicated to medicinal herbs and 18th-century ‘Gustavian’ furnishings, alongside exhibitions of bottles and pharmacy supplies.

Historic Highlights

🏛️ The Qwensel House stands as a testament to Turku's architectural heritage.

💊 Explore a collection of historic pharmacy items, including rare herbs and 18th-century prescriptions.

🧪 The preserved laboratorium offers a glimpse into historical pharmaceutical practices.

Accessibility includes free entry, making it ideal for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts.