New York’s Met Museum showcases beloved Finnish painter Helene Schjerfbeck
Renowned Finnish artist Helene Schjerfbeck is the first Nordic woman painter to be presented in a solo exhibition at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. The show “will be a revelation to Met audiences,” says curator Dita Amory.
Finnish design by Artek still resonates, nearly a century after the company began
As Finnish design house Artek marks its 90th anniversary, a Canadian reporter reflects on how its timeless furniture helped shape her home and why its legacy endures.
Fit as a Finn: The story behind Finland’s affinity for exercise
From 19th-century gymnastics clubs to today’s ski trails and cycling paths, fitness has long formed part of Finnish life. But what keeps this nation moving through every season? Let’s find out.
Adventure of a lifetime: Director Charlie McDowell films Finnish author Tove Jansson’s Summer Book
When American director Charlie McDowell set out to adapt Tove Jansson’s Summer Book in Finland’s archipelago, both he and the legendary actress Glenn Close found themselves profoundly affected by the untouched nature.