The city simulator at the Heureka science center takes the visitors on a journey into a future city in 20X0. The exhibition is based on lifestyles and their sustainability. The visitors make different consumption choices with the help of an identification wristband and get feedback on the lifestyle they choose. Based on the choices, the simulator will create a personal sustainability barometer for each visitor.

Location Heureka, Kuninkaalantie 7, Tikkurila, 01300 Vantaa

Open Mon-Wed, Fri 10–17, Thu 10–20, Sat-Sun 10–18

Tickets 5–28,50 € depending on a ticket

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In 2012, the program of the Museum of Finnish Architecture is part of the World Design Capital Helsinki 2012 program. The museum’s theme year begins with Seven Connections, displaying Finnish architecture abroad with the help of an exhibition and video.

Location Museum of Finnish Architecture, Kasarmikatu 24, 00130 Helsinki

Open Tue, Thu–Fri 10–16, Wed 10–20, Sat-Sun 11–16

Tickets 5/2,50 € until 31 Dec 2011, 6/3 € from 1 Jan 2012

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17 illustrators from the Napa Illustrations agency asked one Finnish author to take part in a Helsinki-related book project in which the illustrators got to illustrate the selected authors’ texts. The book will be published in January and the pictures will be displayed in the Yellow City exhibition series which will take place, for example, in the city’s libraries, Lasipalatsi and the Annantalo arts center. Free admission.

Location All around the city

Tickets 0 €

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Kiasma’s thematic exhibition deals with the interface between art and popular music. All the displayed pieces have been inspired by music in one way or another. So thank you, music!

Location Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, Mannerheiminaukio 2, 00100 Helsinki

Open Tue 10–17, Wed-Thu 10–20.30, Fri 10–22, Sat-Sun 10–17

Tickets 10/8 €

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DesignWorld shows flashes of the importance of design on a social, ecological and individual level. The exhibition explores design through an individual’s and society’s basic needs, reflecting the social influence of design. The exhibition features manufactured products, prototypes, concepts and project presentations. The exhibition is accompanied by a wide range of other activities.

Location Designmuseum, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki

Open Tue 11–20, Wed-Sun 11–18, Mon closed

Tickets 3–8 € depending on the ticket

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As early as the 1950s photojournalist and documentary photographer Karl-Gustav Roos (1937–1976) became aware of a picture’s potential to make an impact on society. He photographed city life in Helsinki and Sicily and also took sensitive outdoor fashion photos of clothes designed by Vuokko Nurmesniemi. A majority of Roos’ rare gems are now shown in an exhibition for the first time.

Location The Finnish Museum of Photography, Cable Factory, Tallberginkatu 1 G, 00180 Helsinki

Open Tue-Sun 11–18, Wed 11–20, Mon closed

Tickets  4–6 € depending on a ticket

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Loved by one generation after another, Swedish artist Carl Larsson’s (1853–1919) home-related paintings have proved to be an inspiration behind  well-lit interior decoration over the decades. The exhibition at Ateneum focuses on themes related to the home and there are also works from Larsson’s early years, such as large watercolors he painted in France. The exhibition includes an installation by Alexander Reichstein, which turns Larsson’s small watercolors into real-size rooms.

Location Ateneum Art Museum, Kaivokatu 2, 00100 Helsinki

Open Tue, Thu-Fri 10–16, Wed 10–20, Sat-Sun 11–17

Tickets 10/12 €

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Academician, professor and artist Outi Heiskanen’s 75th birthday exhibition fills the architecturally valuable Didrichsen art museum with her familiar prints. Her rarely seen paintings, sculptures and installations can also be seen at the exhibition.

Location Didrichsen Museum, Kuusilahdenkuja 1, 00340 Helsinki

Open Mon closed, Tue-Sun 11–17

Tickets 9/7/3 €

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Design and architecture have had a remarkable impact on the visual imagery within films shot in Helsinki between the 1930s and 1960s, commenting on and creating images of urban culture. The exhibition highlights Finnish design in films and also the lesser-known assistants behind Finnish cinematography, such as set and costume designers.

Location City Museum Helsinki, Sofiankatu 4, 00170 Helsinki

Open Mon-Fri 9–17, Thu 9–19, Sat-Sun 11–17

Tickets Free admission

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Helsinki Art Museum’s major exhibition Of Toys and Men explores the relationship between play and art. The exhibition presents the history, design and aesthetics of toys from several centuries past. Some of the exhibits come from legendary toy manufacturers, such as Lego and Mattel, but there are also a number of unique items made by regular people as well as world-famous artists.

Location Helsinki Art Museum, Tennis Palace, Salomonkatu 15, 00100 Helsinki

Open Mon closed, Tue–Sun 11–19

Tickets 10/9/8 €

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