The South Karelia Museum, founded in 1963, is part of the Museum complex of the city of Lappeenranta. It is located in the ancient buildings of limestone XIX century., intended for artillery warehouses on the territory of the fortress of Linnaeus.

The Museum contains exhibits that are relevant to the history of farms in South Karelia culture and the culture of the Karelian isthmus, represented by the cities of Lappeenranta, Vyborg and Priozersk. Folk costumes of the region's inhabitants, the pre-war layout of Vyborg and other artifacts to better understand the town life of the time.

Another Museum exhibition devoted to the origins of the origin of the city of Lappeenranta, archaeological discoveries, revealing the history of transport development of ancient trade and economic and international relations.

The Museum also holds other historical exhibitions telling about the times when this area belonged to the Swedish Kingdom and Rossi Empire.

In the South Karelia Museum, there are special tours for children and a games room. In the shop you can buy Souvenirs, jewelry, and books, postcards, sweets and decorations.