1.00 PM – 2.00 PM A series of two lectures by Mauri Karvonen, a researcher of the spirit world and an expert in Finnish history, sheds light on the boundaries between this world and the afterlife. The first lecture will be held at the Aalto2 Museum Centre, and the second in the Toivola Old Courtyard […]
11.00 AM – 6.00 PM Inspired by the “Rally Finland” exhibition, KeMu’s Activity Corner Nappula offers enjoyable rally-themed activities during the autumn holiday week. Come get into the rally spirit and create your very own cheering sign, rally pass, or even a steering wheel for a rally car! You can find inspiration for your ideas […]
11.00 AM – 6.00 PM Step into a fascinating world of angular shapes and create spaces and buildings inspired by the artist Paul Klee, using colorful and visually clear geometric forms. Works by Paul Klee were featured in the interior design of Maison Louis Carré, the private residence designed by Alvar Aalto.During this self-guided workshop […]
12.00 PM – 4.00 PM The exhibition’s opening event will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, on Aleksis Kivi Day. The program will feature Jyväskylän Salonkiorkesteri (Jyväskylä Salon Orchestra) performing Finnish classical music from both the early years and recent years of the Jyväskylän Amatööriorkesteri (Jyväskylä Amateur Orchestra). Jyväskylän Salonkiorkesteri carries on the traditions […]
3.00 PM – 3.45 PM This year’s theme for National Senior Citizens’ Week is Everyday Encounters. During the Alvar Aalto Museum’s discussion-based guided tour, participants will explore the stories featured in the exhibition 13 Stories about Humane Design through shared conversation and reflection. Author Sanna Puutonen has created 13 fictional stories inspired by Alvar Aalto’s […]
2.00 PM – 4.00 PM What happens when houses are left on their own and people are away? How do windows peek inside a house? What do pillows do — do they go wild and start jumping on the beds? Does the rug curl itself up off the floor? Join this playful workshop to imagine […]
12.00 PM – 2.00 PM Every house is built by someone — but who lives there? What kinds of places do they enjoy? What sounds do they hear, and what scents fill the air? Is a house ever truly finished? What kind of life is lived inside it? In this workshop, participants create a character […]
12.00 PM – 12.30 PM Welcome to the Aalto2 connecting section to enjoy a performance by the Jyväskylä Sinfonia string duo Elias & Grigory. A few times each year, Jyväskylä Sinfonia takes music out into the community, bringing live performances to different locations across Jyväskylä. During Sinfonia on the Move week, members of the orchestra […]
12 PM – 12 AM Buy your Ticket MuseoFest invites you to experience the diverse programme of Jyväskylä’s museums. With a single wristband you can enjoy tours, workshops, lectures, exhibitions and music. Embark on an adventure where history, art, architecture and culture come to life. Be part of the diverse MuseoFest experience MuseoFest offers a […]
12 PM – 3.30 PM We’re celebrating European Heritage Days this August weekend! A joint event organized by the Alvar Aalto Museum and the Museum of Central Finland invites you to discuss architecture and get a glimpse into life in Central Finland in the past through a workshop. Europe’s largest series of public events, with […]