Starting February 8th, the Sara Hildén Art Museum will host an exhibition by Heikki Marila, showcasing significant phases and turning points of Marila’s work from the 1990s to the 2020s. Heikki Marila (b. 1966) is one of the most important Finnish painters of his generation. New and previously unseen works are included in the exhibition.
The immersive and striking exhibition Surrealism – Collective Dream celebrates the centenary of this art movement. This extensive showcase explores surrealist visions of reality and the encounters between its pioneers and contemporary artists. Key themes include identity, gender, technology, and mental health, examined through paintings, photographs, sculptures, prints, and films. The exhibition features around 140 works by nearly 70 artists and runs from February 8 to August 10, 2025.
Dive into the phenomenon of Manserock, a celebrated part of Tampere’s musical history! The immersive Manserock exhibition, open until December 31, 2026, explores the movement born in summer 1975 with the tour of Juice Leskinen Coitus Int. and Alwari Tuohitorvi. This phenomenon swept across Finland, gaining immense popularity in the following decade and leaving a lasting mark on Finnish music.
This powerful exhibition Songlines – Seven Sisters of Australia delves into the Dreaming stories of Australia’s Indigenous peoples. In collaboration with the National Museum of Australia, Vapriikki brings the world’s oldest living culture to life through artworks, artifacts, and video installations. Open until March 30, 2025.
Finnish Postal Museum‘s new exhibition A Revolution in Imagery, showcases how photography became an integral part of the postcard and a new kind of communication. The exhibition is on display until December 31, 2025.
At Emil Aaltonen Museum, the new exhibition Footwear – In the Steps of the Past and the Future opens on January 25. The exhibition is on display until May 25, 2025, and it showcases the footwear industry and design, as well as education in the field.
What were “whipping cars”? When did police beacons change to blue? What is the origin of terms like maija and mörkö for police vehicles? The special exhibition Maijas and Mörkös – Police Vehicles in Terrain and on Roads showcases a diverse range of police vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, scooters, snowmobiles, and ATVs. Open until December 4, 2027.
Werstas’ main exhibition, Together, explores the history of the Finnish working class and the collaborative construction of society. Visitors can shop in a cooperative store, watch narrative films, and soak in the atmosphere of a workers’ hall.
Exhibition Builders delves into construction, appealing to professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and kids alike. Open until August 10, 2025.
Admission to Werstas is always free!
The exhibition Masterpieces of Fashion traces the opulent and dazzling story of fashion from the 1770s to the 2010s. The oldest creations are masterpieces of craftsmanship, while the 20th century highlights designers’ unleashed creativity. Featuring 30 couture pieces from renowned European and American fashion houses, the exhibition runs until March 22, 2025.
For Everyone – Jopo and People: 60 Years explores the fascinating story of Jopo, a Finnish bicycle icon, through art and design. Open until April 20, 2025.
The Gallery of Mini-Sports Cars showcases ten unique interpretations of sporty small cars. Open until August 31, 2025.
ROR ABC – Revolutions On Request –exhibition by the Helsinki-based artist collective ROR explores art, design, and music in a captivating, entertaining, and revolutionary way. Each piece forms part of a larger conceptual work. Open until March 23, 2025.
Salt in Our Blood, in Our Sweat, in Our Tears, a three-part video installation by Nastja Säde Rönkkö. Open until March 23, 2025.
Patrons: The Story of the Serlachius Art Collection exhibition at the Serlachius Head Office highlights the Serlachius family’s contributions to Finnish art and their leadership in the paper industry and Mänttä’s ideal community.
De Chirico on Stage explores Giorgio de Chirico’s relationship with Rome, theater, and opera, with a special focus on his theatrical productions and designs for the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma.
The mini-exhibition More Than a Thousand Words – Gems from the Tyrvään Sanomat Photo Archive celebrates the paper’s 130th anniversary with nostalgic images of cultural change and 1980s–1990s events. Open until May 10, 2025.
Photographers of Our Homeland showcases highlights from the Sastamala Museum’s photography collection, offering a glimpse into bygone eras. Open until January 10, 2026.
The exhibition The Landscape of the Century – Art from OP Group Art Foundation features Finnish paintings and sculptures spanning over a century, emphasizing the country’s natural beauty as an enduring inspiration for artists. Open from January 25 to August 31, 2025.
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