Helsinki Galleries

Established in 1996 by academician and sculptor Kain Tapper, the Forum Box is a non-profit co-operative society which is operated by the artists in Finland. This art space strives to accommodate art in all its forms and also aims to support local upcoming artists. Various art activities like meetings with artists, events and performances of music and theatre are organised along with an exhibition every month.

Opening Time: Tue. to Fri. 11am-5pm , Sat. to Sun. 12-16 , Mon. closed
Address: Ruoholahdenranta 3a, 00180 Helsinki, Finland
Tel.: +355 0524 1781

Galerie Forsblom is one of the most prominent art galleries in Finland which works to bring international talents to their exhibition spaces in Helsinki. Founded by Kaj Forsblom in 1977, the exhibitions consist of paintings, sculptures and various other types of visual arts. They also organise various art fairs to showcase the art of their artists.

Opening Time: Tue. to Fri. 11 am - 6 pm, Sat. 11 am - 4 pm, Sun. Noon - 4 pm, Mon. Closed
Address: Lönnrotinkatu 5 / Yrjönkatu 22, 00120 Helsinki, Finland
Tel.: +358 9 680 3700

The Ama Gallery in Helsinki is a place where you will find contemporary art, paintings, photography art, sculptures, and much more. Located at Rikhardinkatu they offer a new art show every month.

Opening Time: Tue. to Fri. 11am - 5pm, Sat. to Sun. 12pm -16pm
Address: Rikhardinkatu 1, FI-00130, Helsinki, Finland
Tel.: +358 50 589 4969

The Valokuvagalleria Hippolyte is a leading exhibition venue in Finland. This place organises an exhibition every month in its two exhibition spaces. The gallery mostly hosts photographic or photography-based art of Finnish artists with occasional shows of foreign artists also. Set inside a former movie theatre this nonprofit gallery is administered by Photographic Artists’ Association in Finland.

Opening Time: Tue. to Fri. 12pm -5pm, Sat. And Sun. 12pm-4pm
Address: George Street 8 - 10 courtyard 00120 Helsinki, Finland

The gallery mainly focuses on Finnish contemporary sculptures of local artists. Galleria Sculptor is managed by the Association of Finnish Sculptors and arranges exhibitions of various Finnish artists. The centre also organises seminars, events, exhibition projects and fairs to promote and support the artists.

Address: Eteläranta 12, 00130 Helsinki, Finland

The Lokal is a place where you will find independent Finnish art and craft. This art gallery and shop, operated by photographer Katja Hagelstam offers exclusive products like furniture, ceramics, art prints, home textiles, and kitchenware. The exhibitions are changed every couple of months and mainly focus on craftsmanship and handmade items. They also have an online shop for their products and photographs.

Address: Annankatu 9, 00120 Helsinki, Finland

The Galleria Huuto is an independent artist collective located in the heart of Helsinki. Established by 25 artists in 2002, the gallery organises art exhibitions, installations and events. Huuto manages around 50 art exhibitions every year. The gallery is supported by Helsinki City, Arts Promotion Centre Finland, The Finnish Cultural Foundation and The Swedish Cultural Foundation in Finland.

Address: Eerikinkatu36 / Kalevankatu 43, 00180 Helsinki, Finland

Established by aesthetics professor Fredrik Cygnaeus, the Cygnaeus Gallery holds more than 400 items collected over the years primarily by donations. The gallery is touted to be the oldest operating art museum in Finland. Apart from its permanent exhibits, they also arrange temporary exhibitions, concerts and plays.

Address: Kalliolinnantie 8, 00140 Helsinki, Finland

Launched by Kaisu Rehbinder and Sofia Rehbinder, the Galleria Bronda has been operational since 1978. The exhibitions change every month and mostly exhibit contemporary art and graphics. More than 400 exhibitions have been arranged here till date in its Annankatu location. Old masters and new artists find a place to display their art here.

Address: Annankatu 16, 00120 Helsinki, Finland

The Galleria Heino, located in the heart of Helsinki, was launched in 2002. The gallery aims to promote the works of local artists on the international stage. Art in different forms, like painting, sculpture, drawing, installation, photography, etc., is showcased here.

Address: Erottajankatu 9A, 1, 00130 Helsinki, Finland