1.00 – 2.00 PM Alvar Aalto placed the human being at the center of his design philosophy. Come and explore the Alvar Aalto Museum through your senses! The museum spaces open up through sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste. Exploring the spaces with different senses offers new perspectives on how we perceive our surroundings. All […]
4.30 PM Join a guided tour at the Aalto2 Museum Centre gallery and discover the beautiful craftsmanship and skillful design of architect Marie-José Van Hee. Purchase Your Tickets in Advance The guided tour introduces the exhibition of Belgian architect Marie-José Van Hee.The work of this architect, who was awarded the Alvar Aalto Medal in 2024, […]
Welcome to the museum centre for a warm and festive afternoon, where the glow of Christmas lights and the museums’ programme bring a touch of Christmas magic to the darkening evening. During the afternoon you can take part in Christmassy workshops, enjoy seasonal music and sip steaming hot mulled wine. Entry to all events with […]
2 PM – 4 PM Welcome to the That’s Why There Was LoiskiS concert and the premiere of the Loiskis Orchestra documentary! That’s Why There Was LoiskiS – a concert celebrating the first 25 years of the children’s music orchestra. Over the years, the line-ups have changed, and Loiskis has collaborated with a wide range […]
2.00 PM – 4.00 PM The landscape enters the room. How do you create a space where you feel like you are outside when you are inside, and vice versa? Play around and build a miniature model inspired by Marie-José Van Hee, winner of the Alvar Aalto Medal. The non-stop workshop explores indoor and outdoor […]
4.30 PM Come and try sketching and drawing as part of the guided tour of Marie-José Van Heen’s exhibition. You will be able to observe the space, try out different exercises, and see the charming handiwork and beautiful architecture of the Alvar Aalto Medal-winning architect. Pen and paper are often important tools for architects and […]
2 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 – and, to round off the evening, Jytää ja iskelmää will lift the atmosphere into full celebration. Embark on an adventure where history, […]
7 PM – 7.30 PM Chamber choir Cantinovum sings powerful yet gentle pieces remembering important moments from dusk till dawn. The choir brings warmth and light to the darkness. Chamber Choir Cantinovum sings warm, gentle and energetic songs honoring the City of Lights. The choir performs a few pieces. The presentation lasts approx. 30 minutes. […]
6 PM – 7 PM We invite you to discover the new exhibition at the Alvar Aalto Museum. In connection with the City of Light event, the exhibition Marie-José Van Hee – For sun and wind to paint on, will open. Come and admire the beautiful work of this Alvar Aalto Medal-winning architect between 6–7 […]
How do ecological poetics perform between dance, site and image? Nature Untitled is a new work by choreographer Veli Lehtovaara, visual artist Eija-Liisa Ahtila and sound designer Jani Hietanen with an international group of artists. The work is presented in the form of a triptych – each of the three movements discharges on stage in […]