The House of Finland opens on Monday, September 11th at 8pm with GEA’s Butterflies release gig. The music will be visualized by Kira Leskinen, who plays with abstraction of shapes using bold colors.  Attendees will see a live painting by Susanna Sivonen and an exciting preview of upcoming Finnish Fashion brands and designers, such as the vibrant nordic  beauty brand Lumene, among others.

On Tuesday September 12th, the exhibition will focus on Finnish innovation. Finland is one of the world’s leading countries in education, game technology and innovation. The third highlighted event is Tech Tuesday Breakfast Talk on September 12th at 8:30am-11:30am. The world’s leading learning, edutech and data analytics companies will present their latest innovations: AvaDive gamified learning solutions, Leiki semantic analytics and Data Refinery – a data monetization platform launch.

On Wednesday September 13th, the exhibition dives into unique Finnish fashion. On the morning of September 13th from 8:45am-10:15am, children’s fashion brand Reima and Visit Finland will organize a children’s fashion themed breakfast event. Known for quality clothes for a colorful, active lifestyle, Reima promises both safety and sustainability in their designs that caters from infants to juniors.

Finnish fashion brands have been iconic throughout centuries, and most recently a new generation of fashion designers have started to command global catwalks. A fashion show produced by creative media agency FEDITED on September 13th at 6pm features several unique, up and coming fashion brands CHAÎNE, Riikka Ikäheimo Couture and sustainable brands represented by Weecos.com such, as Uhana Design, Papu, MEM, Nouki, Jatuli, Mine Güngör, Kuula + Jylhä, Mori Collective and Shy Vibes Club.

On the final day, the exhibition will tantalize the senses with Finnish art. The Finnish art scene takes influences from pure nature, and extreme forms of light and darkness the seasons provide. Finnish design is known for its architectural forms, simplicity and high quality. The event series closes with an art auction on Thursday, September 14th at 6pm-8pm.

“This will be FTDA’s fifth creative venture in NYC where you will be able to see a dynamic display that represents the best of Finnish talent. The centenary celebration is open to everyone interested in Finland, our culture, innovation, art, way of life and people. It is an honor to be able to showcase the rich ideals of Finland in time for our 100th year of independence,” said Laura Avonius, Finnish Tech, Design and Art.

For a full list of events and to purchase tickets visit www.finland100nyc.com. The House of Finland’s four day-long exhibit takes places at 287 Gallery on 287 10th Avenue.
Tickets for the 100th birthday cocktail party go on sale for $100.