Past and present of Backby

A lecture on the history of the manor
The tour of the manor takes place indoors and outdoors and tells the story of Backby Manor and the history of the area from the 16th century to the present day.

60 min

Strong women of the manor

Tales and fates of the women who have lived at the manor
The lecture introduces issues such as the life stories of Thelma von Freymann, who was born at the manor, and Kaisa Kallio, the first lady of Finland who lived at the manor.

60 min

Manor brought to life

Drama tour for groups
Each member of the group will be given a role related to the history of the manor. The guided tour provides an opportunity to experience the phases and life destinies of the manor through your own character. At the same time, the history of the manor comes to life. Finally, the group is photographed in front of the manor house dressed in the role apparel and props.

75 min

Ghosts and forbidden stories

A different kind of history
We go through stories and narratives related to the manor and, on a more general level, the wilder history, which the official history records do not mention.

60 min