Finnish State Supports the Development of a New Use for Paimio Sanatorium
Since its establishment in 2020, the mission of the Paimio Sanatorium Foundation has been to identify a new, sustainable use for Alvar and Aino Aalto’s modernist masterpiece, closely aligned with its original role as a sanatorium. The project will move into the implementation planning phase with the support of the Finnish state.
New ambient music festival Oden takes over the sanatorium grounds on the August 3rd
Paimio Sanatorium creates an ideal backdrop for the meditative and atmospheric soundscapes of Oden, as part of Paimio Summer events.
Spirit of Paimio 2024 announces more speakers to the lineup
This year’s Spirit of Paimio conference will centre on the theme of Reimagining Community, highlighting the power of communities and togetherness. Building on the theme, the two day event on October 9-10 will have dialogues in addition to the keynote speeches, as part of the official programme.
Spirit of Paimio Conference 2024 embraces community and togetherness
Spirit of Paimio is thrilled to announce the theme of this year’s conference, and the first keynote speakers, internationally known profiles from different creative and scientific fields.
Josefina Nelimarkka’s forest installation Atmospheric Un/knowing
Josefina Nelimarkka’s forest installation Atmospheric Un/knowing invites viewers to a meditative walk and performative reading in the forest – to stop and experience nature again.
Contemporary Art Exhibition AIR spreads over the sanatorium area in intriguing way
Paimio Sanatorium hosts AIR exhibition featuring front-row contemporary artists from Finland as part of the Paimio Summer programme. The exhibition brings a breath of fresh artistic innovation to the unique site and its grounds.
Paimio Sanatorium Joins Iconic Houses Network
The Paimio Sanatorium is pleased to announce its status as new member Iconic Houses network. Iconic Houses is an international membership-supported non profit network connecting architecturally significant houses and artists’ homes and studios.
Paimio Sanatorium Foundation welcomes the first artists for the residence programme in May
Paimio Sanatorium’s first Summer Residency Program’s mission is to foster the creativity in the fields of architecture, design, visual arts, performing arts, music, literature, writing, filmmaking, and curation.
Paimio Sanatorium’s Summer Season
The summer season at Paimio Sanatorium is open. The summer season invites visitors to experience the sanatorium and the surrounding nature, and to encounter the delights of art and culture.
Elna Nykänen Andersson joins Paimio Sanatorium team
Paimio Sanatorium welcomes Elna Nykänen Andersson as an informal ambassador to the Paimio team.