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WA: Howard Smith: African American Artist in Finland

National Nordic Museum Seattle, Washington

This talk complements the exhibition, "Nordic Utopia?" and looks at multi-talented artist Howard Smith and his work in Finland and his contributions to Nordic art and design.

CO: Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

Finlandia Foundation of Colorado is hosting a table at this family-friendly, three-day celebration of Nordic culture in Golden. Check the website for hours.

OH: Seeking Sisu: From Finland, With Love

An exhibition by Gwen Putz, a printmaking student exploring her family's Finnish/Karelian heritage. It is a part of the Cleveland Institute of Art Creativity Works program. Check with the museum […]

CA: Sauna Design Workshop

Finnish American Home Association Sonoma, CA, United States

Discover the authentic Finnish sauna experience and learn about sauna design and construction from Lassi A. Liikkanen, in Sonoma.

PA: Finnish Settlers Monument Ceremony

Crozer Park Chester, PA, United States

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 300th anniversary of the Finns’ arrival in America. It is located at Crozer Park, 1150 Concord Ave, Chester, PA 19013. You will find the location […]

NY: Scandinavian Music Festival

Fort Tryon Park Manhattan, NY, United States

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

MI: Ryijy Weaving Workshop

Jutila Center Hancock, MI

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 […]

MI Finnish Language Class

Finnish American Heritge Center Hancock, MI

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 be grouped based on their levels and skills, with the instructor considering individual abilities and requirements. The main aim is to enjoy learning the language, […]

OR: Finnish Conversation Group

Nordia House

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 talk with others, hear the language and learn about Finnish culture, traditions, nature and modern life. Third Monday of each month.