Photo: Didrichsen Art Museum / Rauno Träskelin
NEW EXHIBITION: ON THE WORLD’S SHORE
REIDAR SÄRESTÖNIEMI 100 YEARS 8.2.–1.6.2025
The exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the artist's birth explores Särestöniemi's art from the perspective of his relationship with nature. The focus is on identifying and living side by side with nature and on environmental conservation.
Opening hours
8.2.–1.6.2025
Tue–Sun 10–18
Mon closed
Public introductions to the exhibition
In Finnish Sat and Sun 1pm and 3pm, Wed 3pm.
In Swedish Sun at 12 noon
In English every first Saturday of the month at 12 noon.
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Antrei Hartikainen. Foto: Ville Vappula
DIDRICHSEN PRO ARTE PRIZE GOES TO MASTER CARPENTER AND DESIGNER ANTREI HARTIKAINEN
Didrichsen Art Museum has awarded the Pro Arte prize 2025 to master carpenter, designer and artist Antrei Hartikainen. The prize includes a solo exhibition as part of Didrichsen Art Museum's 60th anniversary programme next year.
The Pro Arte prize continues the tradition of supporting young artists initiated by the museum's founders Marie-Louise and Gunnar Didrichsen. The prize includes a 10 000 € stipend, an exhibition at the Didrichsen Art Museum from October 2025 to January 2026 and an exhibition publication. In addition, the museum will acquire a work by the artist for its collection. Also nominated for the 2025 prize were fashion designer Sofia Ilmonen and artist Man Yau, who will receive a 1000 € scholarship.
The prize has been awarded since 2003. Before Antrei Hartikainen, the prize was given to graphic artist Sari Bremer and sculptor Kim Simonsson, and to visual artists Tamara Piilola and Karoliina Hellberg.
Sculptural objects and site-specific works
Antrei Hartikainen (b. 1991) is a master carpenter, designer and artist from Outokumpu, Fiskars, known for his sculptural wood and glass works. Hartikainen's utilitarian objects and artworks highlight the importance of craftsmanship and knowledge of materials.
Anna-Maria Wiljanen. Photo: Päivi Ristell
Anna-Maria Wiljanen has been appointed Museum Director of the Didrichsen Art Museum as of 1.10.2025
The Board of the Didrichsen Art Foundation has appointed Anna-Maria Wiljanen, PhD, M.Sc., as Museum Director of the Didrichsen Art Museum, effective October 1, 2025. The current Museum Director Maria Didrichsen is set to retire in late autumn 2025 and will assume the role of Chair of the Board of the Didrichsen Art Foundation on January 1, 2026. Wiljanen will be the fourth Director of the Didrichsen Art Museum and the first to come from outside the founding family.
Anna-Maria Wiljanen aims to focus on continuing the legacy set by the museum's founders, collection research, and international profile. Wiljanen has extensive and international experience in the museum and cultural sector. Wiljanen is well acquainted with the Didrichsen Art Museum, serving as Chair of the Art Foundation’s Board since 2016.
Anna-Maria Wiljanen earned her PhD in Art History from the University of Helsinki in 2014. She also holds a master’s degree in Social Sciences from Åbo Akademi University, majoring in Economics. She has an extensive network and holds various national and international positions of trust.
"It is a great honour to continue on the path set by Marie-Louise and Gunnar Didrichsen, who founded the museum 60 years ago, and to bring cultural experiences to everyone. The museum's outstanding collection and professional staff provide the best possible foundation for creating new cross-disciplinary exhibitions and collection research. I want to focus on enhancing the digital accessibility of the museum's content, strengthening collection research, and further internationalizing its activities... and to be always available for our staff and for our audiences. See you in October!" greets Anna-Maria Wiljanen.
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Art works by previous Pro Arte artists from 2003–2016. Photo: Jussi Tiainen
THE WINNER OF THE DIDRICHSEN PRO ARTE PRIZE 2025 WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN NOVEMBER 2024
Didrichsen Art Museum will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025. The Didrichsen Pro Arte prize will be awarded for the fifth time. Three artists from the fields of art and design are nominated: master carpenter Antrei Hartikainen, fashion designer Sofia Ilmonen and artist Man Yau.
The 2025 art prize includes a 10 000 € stipend, an exhibition at the Didrichsen Art Museum and an exhibition publication. The winner will be announced in November 2024 and the Pro Arte artist will have an exhibition at Didrichsen in autumn 2025.