This annual event honors the historically significant monument, sculpted by Wäinö Aaltonen, was given by the Finnish Government to the people of the United States in 1938 to celebrate the […]

CONCERTO ON THE GRASS features the Scandia Chamber Orchestr performing Sibelius and works by other Nordic composers.

Learn how to weave a Finnish ryijy rug! With their plush, textured surface made from tufts of yarn, they’re as enjoyable to touch as they are to view. Students will […]

Welcome to our interactive Finnish language sessions designed to teach you the fundamentals of Finnish. The sessions will be engaging, involving group activities and plenty of speaking exercises. Participants will […]

Join us for a Finnish Conversation Group organized by Nordic Northwest and Finlandia Foundation's Columbia-Pacific Chapter. Whether you are fluent or just beginning this is your chance to meet and […]

Join Finnish-American artist Heather Hietala In Conversation with Finlandia Art Gallery Director Carrie Vander Veen as they discuss Heather's Finnish heritage and its impact on her creative process. Heather’s exhibition […]

Bring a picnic and enjoy the open rehearsals by the Fitchburg State University Community Orchestra at the Saima Park Paviliion. June 4, 11, 18, 25 (weather permitting).

Welcome to our interactive Finnish language sessions designed to teach you the fundamentals of Finnish. The sessions will be engaging, involving group activities and plenty of speaking exercises. Participants will […]