ArtThursday workshops in spring 2026

The hugely popular Art Thursday workshops continue in January 2026!

Expect exhibition‑inspired, colourful workshops featuring a variety of changing techniques. Unless otherwise stated, the workshops take place in the museum’s art workshop space. Please check the exact location in each workshop description!

The workshops are free of charge and open to everyone. Seats are filled on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

Upcoming Workshops

Thu 9th of April and 16th of April/ 16.00 - 18.00 / Workshop: Creatures and trinkets

The ArtThursday workshop is inspired by the artworks in the upstairs exhibitions. Currently on view are Sanctuary of Dreams by Mia Hamari and Guests of Honour, a collection exhibition from the Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation.

In the workshop, participants will build using a variety of materials such as natural materials, beads, and wood. From these materials, you’ll create either a quirky object or a small creature. Elements inspired by human figures, animals, or plants can be combined into the work. The piece can be constructed as a three‑dimensional object or as a relief, using magazine cutouts as a base.

What kinds of curious objects and creatures will emerge?

Past workshops:

Thu 12 Feb & 19 Feb / 16:00–18:00 / Workshop: Colorful handprints!

In the Art Thursday workshop, we will create beautiful dot paintings that highlight the participant’s own personal touch — quite literally! Come leave your mark, or create one together with a friend!

Thu 26. Feb / 16.00 - 18.00 / Workshop: In sliding colors!

Today at ArtThursday, we’ll try painting with the super-popular color–blending by sliding technique! Come create your own marbled landscapes or simple and adorable gradient‑color animals!

Thu 5. March / 12.00 - 14.00 & 16.00 - 18.00 / Workshop: Felted pendant

WINTER BREAK SPECIAL: DOUBLE WORKSHOP!

Our full‑day Winter Break Art Thursday is back! The workshop will be running twice, from 12:00–14:00 and again from 16:00–18:00, and participants will get to create miniature textile artworks, these adorable tiny felt‑wool medallions.

Will your finished piece become a wall artwork, a fridge magnet, or perhaps a brooch? Come to the art museum and get inspired by the world of textile art!

Thu 12th March and 19th March/ 16.00 - 18.00 / Workshop: Colorful play

In the ever-delightful gelli plate printing workshop, we’ll draw inspiration from Karila’s artworks—their colors and rich layers—and create our own stunning, multi‑layered prints!