"Nordic Utopia? African Americans in the 20th Century," illuminates the untold story of African American visual and performing artists who sought new possibilities, inspiration, and environments in the Nordic countries as an alternative to Paris. This exhibition is the first comprehensive examination of this topic. On June 13: Howard Smith: African American Artist in Finland […]
Finnish-American artist Heather Allen Hietala's exhibition. Finlandia Art Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Living Here Feels Like I am In My Homeland, Finland features paintings and works on paper by Finnish-born artist Vaino Kola. After serving as a professor at Wheaton College in Massachusetts for 26 years, Kola settled in Deer Isle, Maine in 1994. Seemingly untouched, picturesque locations in and around Deer Isle, have provided an endless supply […]
Enjoy this webinar with Frank Eld, expert on Finnish log construction, as he talks about his latest discoveries from his 2023 trip to Finland. Register for the Zoom session at […]
The first of its kind gathering of mobile saunas in New England. For two weekends, mobile saunas from all over the region will gather at the UKTS site in Pembroke to provide traditional sauna to sauna enthusiasts. May 31-June 2 and June 7-June 9; check link for hours each day.
World Forestry Center presents Tree People, an exhibition by Finnish photographers Ritva Kovalainen and Sanni Seppo. This exhibition braids forest mythology with an almost forgotten treasure trove of customs and beliefs, portraying the sacred connection between people and trees in Finnish folk culture. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Enjoy coffee and information from the World Forestry Center, now featuring the photo exhibit "Tree People" by Finnish photographers Ritva Kovalainen and Sanni Seppo.
Join the session Baltic Bowed Lyres - Examples of Inventive Instrument Making with Alice Margerum In the 19th-century, Baltic bowed lyres began to be influenced by the louder (and more […]
Stroll the grounds at Saima Park on a nature walk with Mike Potsaid (weather permitting).
Members of the Youth Choir of Kallavesi Church in Kuopio, Finland will present a program in Minneapolis.
The 2nd annual Nordic folk music and dance family-friendly event features workshops, performances, concerts and dance. Check website for hours and schedules.
The first of its kind gathering of mobile saunas in New England. For two weekends, mobile saunas from all over the region will gather at the UKTS site in Pembroke to provide traditional sauna to sauna enthusiasts. May 31-June 2 and June 7-June 9; check link for hours each day.
Make your own Finnish National Instrument! Join LynnAnne Vesper from the Kantele Shop in Ely, Minnesota, for a 5-day workshop to build your own kantele. Workships hours are 9-5 Saturday-Sunday and 9-1 Monday-Wednesday.
Tour the museum and sauna in Canterbury, meet photographer Allan Seppa, enjoy kantele and flute music, see weaving and wood carving demonstrations and displays, and more!
The New York Scandia Symphony performs The Ugly Duckling and traditional Scandinavian folk tunes in this family-friendly concert.
Olli Soikkeli, a Finnish guitarist based in NYC and Brad Brose on bass guitar perform Gypsy style jazz. Light refreshments served.
SCANDIA BRASS QUINTET will perform their special repertoire of popular folk tunes and brass quintets, representing compositions from all of the five Scandinavian countries.
Join Northbound for springtime music in the barn. We will kick things off with a Northbound set, then have fika (snacks) and a Scandi fiddle session - bring your instruments, […]
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).
Ages 3-6 Group 1 Join us for an enjoyable Finnish language playtime designed for young children ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Our sessions will revolve around traditional Finnish songs, games, and rhymes, incorporating music and movement. Each session will introduce one to two Finnish songs, aiming to awaken your child’s innate language-learning abilities during their […]
Ages 7-10 Group 1 Join us for an enjoyable journey exploring the Finnish language across various activities, tailored for learners of all ages and skill levels. Each day, we will discover Finnish words and expressions relevant to your daily life. With a new theme daily, we will delve into it through music, games, and art. […]
All are welcome to the event. The Fitchburg State University Community Orchestra will play, the museum and sauna museum will be open, and coffee served.
Basics for Adults 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 […]
Finlandia Foundation Boston is thrilled to co-host the third annual European-American Business Networking Event with other leading European-American Chambers and Trade Associations. Join us for an evening of rooftop networking […]
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.
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.
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 on its hours.
Discover the authentic Finnish sauna experience and learn about sauna design and construction from Lassi A. Liikkanen, in Sonoma.
FFN Performer of the Year Miska Kajanus entertains members and friends of the Baltimore area.
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 use the traditional loom-woven method to create an approximately 12” square sample of their own design for use as a wall hanging. Topics covered 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 […]
Learn to play the jouhikko stringed insturment and build your own bow at the Midsummer Jouhikko Gathering in Hancock. See link below for schedule and details.
Celebrate Nordic heritage with food, music, artists, Viking encampment and more!
The Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival embodies the rich cultural heritage that was transplanted to the region by emigrants from the Nordic lands. Enjoy more than a dozen Nordic musical, dance, and theater groups, booths offering handcrafts, Nordic import items, and traditional Nordic foods. Click for hours and events.
Celebrate summer and enjoy a cookout, music, strawberry shortcake, kokko and the gardens at the Finnish Center.
In Seattle: Founded by acclaimed Finnish soul/jazz artist Tuomo Prättälä and singer/songwriter Markus Nordenstreng of The Latebirds, Tuomo & Markus' harmonious music has been described as Nordic Americana and folk […]
Jason Ames and Jeff Vacca will play acoustic version of wonderful variety of rock and pop songs .
The Finnish flag with “the blue of our lakes and the white snow of our winters”, as a poet described these symbolic colours in 1870, was made official in a law enacted on May 29, 1918, less than six months after Finland had achieved independence.
Sauna. Swim. Repeat. Sauna lecture, crafts, music, kokko singalong, kids' games, food and beverages and more!
Celebrate Midsummer at this day of food, activities for the family and music by Lauluaika.
Enjoy a variety of handcrafted loose-leaf teas, Finnish teas and gourmet delights. Also, local authors and special dance performances.
This is a free, family friendly, alcohol-free event. Coffee, pulla and sima will be available. Grill trailer selling food will be on site. Music, games, vihta making and a table of Finnish and Finnish American treasures including music and books will be featured. You need no connection to Finland or Finnish people, everyone is encouraged […]
The Summer Festival at Saima Park features FFN Performer of the Year Miska Kajanus, plus the traditional Dana M. Sulin chess tournament, games, food, musical entertainment and more!
Join us with Finnish musicians and past FFN Performers of the Year Eeppi Ursin and Ida Metsberg as they bring a Nordic twist on family singalongs. Our musicians will have […]
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 […]
Enjoy a cup of coffee with friends old and new at Nordia House! ALL are welcome, whether Nordic or just interested in Nordic culture.
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).
Ages 7-10 Group 2 Join us for an enjoyable journey exploring the Finnish language across various activities, tailored for learners of all ages and skill levels. Each day, we will discover Finnish words and expressions relevant to your daily life. With a new theme daily, we will delve into it through music, games, and art. […]
Ages 3-6 Group 2 Join us for an enjoyable Finnish language playtime designed for young children ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Our sessions will revolve around traditional Finnish songs, games, and rhymes, incorporating music and movement. Each session will introduce one to two Finnish songs, aiming to awaken your child’s innate language-learning abilities during their […]
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 […]
At this two-day event, decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy - this is Midsummer!
At this two-day event, decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy – this is Midsummer!
Join the celbration with music by Steve Solkela, Finnish American Choir, plus historic buildings, games, cookout and bonfire.
July 6 is the birthdate of Finnish poet and writer Eino Leino (1878-1926). Find more about him at the link below. This is Flag Day also recognizes the Day of Summer and the Day of Poetry.
Never done Finnish dancing before? Don't worry; before the dance we're offering a 4:00pm workshop where we'll learn the basic steps to Finnish dances like polkas, humppa, and masurkka. Then at 6:00pm we'll share a potluck dinner before dancing to Lauluaika's lively tunes!