K. J. Ståhlberg's memorial statue

The memorial presents K. J. Ståhlberg as a standing bronze figure with his right arm resting on a law book, all mounted on a red granite pedestal. The composition emphasizes his connection to the law and the formal establishment of the Finnish state.

The memorial was created in 1959 by Finnish sculptor Wäinö Aaltonen and commemorates Finland's first president, who served from 1919 to 1925. His presidency established the constitutional foundations that shaped modern Finnish governance and law.

The statue reflects Finland's connection to constitutional governance and the president's role in shaping the nation. It stands as part of the public memory landscape alongside other monuments that mark the country's political heritage.

The memorial sits directly in front of the Parliament building at Mannerheimintie 30, making it easy to find while exploring central Helsinki. The location is accessible and works well as part of a walking route through major historic sites.

The statue stands next to the memorial for P. E. Svinhufvud, forming a pair of presidential monuments. Together these two figures frame the entrance stairs of the Parliament building, creating a symmetrical arrangement.

Website: https://hamhelsinki.fi/sculpture/k-j-stahlberg-waino-aaltonen

GPS coordinates: 60.17312,24.93381

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42