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For more than 30 years, we have been enriching cultural connections, empowering voices and building bridges between Finland, the UK, and Ireland. We identify signals of change in the fields of art, culture and society.

Sonja Jokiniemi brings 'Howl' performance at Fest en Fest in London

Anssi Kasitonni: Below Zero Finnish Art Award 2025 at Serlachius

Maija Tammi in the Coming of Age at the Wellcome Collection

The Lost Paintings: A Prelude to Return

Jenni Laiti to take part in a Residency at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Graffiti artist EGS explores Kaj Franck’s footsteps in Ireland in a new commission

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Latest media

Stay informed with the latest updates, insights, and podcasts from the Finnish Institute, showcasing arts and culture.

Text: Celebrate Finnish Arts and Culture. To the right, a collage of images depicting people, art, and landscapes.

The Institute is looking for a Head of Communications and Development

6th February 2026
A person performs a one-handed breakdance move in a flurry of white particles against a dark background.

Celebrating 10 Years of Finnish Circus Arts in the UK 

5th February 2026
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Standing at the Edge

28th January 2026
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Open Call: Factory International x EUNIC Creative Producers Programme

23rd January 2026
A diverse group sits on a wooden floor for a discussion, with one person gesturing while speaking to the others.

Interval 2025 Retreat: Artist reflections

8th January 2026
A person's hands write names like "Tash" in pink marker on a white panel decorated with a smiling sun drawing, outdoors.

Artists announced for Beyond Survival: International Time Travel

4th November 2025
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Events

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The Coming of Age at the Wellcome Collection

A woman lies face down in a pile of pale moss, with black pipes attached to her back.

Howl performance at Fest en Fest

A large, floor-to-ceiling installation with a layered textile base and hanging beaded strands occupies an art gallery, surrounded by various framed paintings and drawings on white walls.

The Lost Paintings: A Prelude to Return group exhibition at the MAC

By Elina Merenmies

Nordic Noir – Works on paper from Edvard Munch to Mamma Andersson exhibition

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