Finnish Heritage Museum

05/22/2026

Have you heard? You're invited to the Big Tent at the Finnish Heritage Museum Spring Festival!

Kick off your June with incredible vibes!

📅 **When:** Friday, June 5th
⏰ **Event time:** 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 **Where:** Finnish Heritage Museum 301 High Street Fairport Harbor 44077

We are thrilled to welcome Thorne Musica **Caroline King & Paul Kovac** to the stage! Prepare to be swept away as they perform many fun musical European and American traditions.
Get ready for a true "continental rendezvous."

Come to the big tent at the Finnish Heritage Museum and enjoy a perfect summer evening of music and community.
See you there! 👋🛍️✨

05/18/2026

05/15/2026

05/05/2026

May the fourth be with you!

Did you know that Star Wars has Finnish connections?
Princess Leia wore jewelry designed by Björn Weckström in the original 1977 film.

Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca): Born and raised in Espoo, Finland, this 6′ 11″ former basketball took over the role from Peter Mayhew.

In the series, The Mandalorian, Bo-Katan Kryze lives on the planet Kalevala.

When a new alien language was needed for The Force Awakens Lucasfilm hired Finnish YouTuber Sara Forsberg, known as "Smoukahontas," to develop it for the film.

05/01/2026

Hyvää vappua from all of us at the Finnish Heritage Museum!

04/21/2026

🇫🇮We are still dreaming about those intricate designs! ✨A HUGE thank you to Janine Urdal LaBounty for the captivating presentation on Kalevala Jewelry this past Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church.
It was fascinating to learn how these pieces bridge the gap between ancient Finnish folklore and modern design. Every piece truly tells a story. 🇫🇮💎

Stay tuned for more events. Hope to see you soon!

04/13/2026

Click for flyer:https://finnishheritagemuseum.org/2026/FREDSTVRAFFLEADV.pdf

02/24/2026

2026 Events:

Sunday, April 19 - 3-5 PM at Zion Church parlors - Come learn about the Kalevala. We encourage you to wear your Kalevala/Lipponia jewelry.

Friday, June 5 - Vappu - Spring Festival - Finn Hollow Park

Monday, June 22 - 6-9 PM -Mid-Summer Festival - Bonfire, music, bring your own picnic- Fairport Harbor Beach Pavilion.

Sunday, July 19 - 3-5 PM - Immigration Stories at the Fairport Harbor Village Park - Finnish Monument.

Sunday, August 09 - MOOMIN Day and Birthday of Tove

Sunday, August 30 - “One World Day” - Celebration of all heritages, 10am-6pm - Cleveland Cultural Gardens - Finnish
Garden.

Sunday, September 20 - 3-5PM - Finnish Genealogy Presentation - Zion Church Parlors.

Sunday, October 18 - 3-5 PM- Zion Church parlors - “Finland Today”.

Sunday, November 15 - 11-3PM- Member’s Shopping Day -Finnish Heritage Museum

Sunday, December 20 - 3-5 PM - “Independence Day” and Pikku Joulu at Zion Church Parlors. * If you would like to bring a dessert or snack, the museum welcomes your participation.

02/19/2026

Just a quick note that we will be posting the museum 2026 events schedule soon.
Thank you for your support!

04/24/2025

📣SAVE THE DATE!📣 The inaugural Vappu: Fairport Harbor Spring Festival hosted by the Finnish Heritage Museum is Saturday, May 10th from 10AM-7PM. This free festival is open to all in celebration of spring and the upcoming graduating class!

☀Welcome Table and Map at the Finnish Heritage Museum☀
🎶Events and entertainment at Finn Hollow Park & Local Businesses (10 am – 5 pm)
💃Dance Party DJ’d by TillaVision at the Lyric Bistro (5 – 7 pm)
🎨Art, Music, Food Trucks, Live Performances, and more!

Highlights Include:
– Open Mic & Talent Show 1–5:0 0 (Sign up at Welcome Table)
– Face Painting
– Acrylic painting on canvas
– Fairport Harbor Marine Museum and Lighthouse tours 1–5:00. Students bring your school ID!
– Co****le, Minigolf, Arcade games & more
– Family picnic under the tent - bring your own, or enjoy food Trucks: Breakfast, Fat Rolls, Smashburgers, Specialty Hot Dogs
– Shop locally for specials all over town

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