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MI: Heading West, Coming Back

Finlandia Art Gallery Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, Michigan

This mixed media exhibition by Finnish artist Marjo Levlin tells the story of late 19th century migration from Finland to the United States. A reception for the artist will take […]

NY: Narrative Threads

Scandinavia House 58 Park Ave., New York, NY, United States

Narrative Threads: Works by Eight Nordic Artists presents multi-media artwork by Nordic artists, each distinguished by their innovative use of natural, synthetic, and digital materials. Finnish artists Heidi Hankaniemi, Marianne […]

DC: Finland Independence Day

Chef Mikko's Washington, DC

A pre-Independence Day celebration at famed Finnish Chef Mikko's place.

MI: Finnish Independence Day

Finnish American Heritage Center

Annual celebration of Finland's Independence, with the Kivajat Dancers, music by pianist Kathleen Alatalo Arten  and announcement of 2024 Hankookin Heikki, who will preside over the Heikinpäivä festivities in January.

MA: Holiday Party

Shy BIrd restaurant South Boston, Massachusetts

Seasonal cheer and celebration of Finnish Independence Day.

OR: Independence Day

Nordia House

Finnish independence Day with wreath laying at the Independence Monument, performance by FFN Performer of the Year Ida Metsberg, and the Portland Nordic Chorus.

Sibelius Birthday

Composer Jean Sibelius was born on December 8, 1865, the date known as the Day of Finnish Music.

MI: Holiday Music

Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, Michigan

Enjoy music of the holidays by the Novi Concert Band, the local musical group that has performed at the Finnish Center for decades.  Concert follows the Friday night buffet.