Wäinö Aaltonen Museum of Art

Wäinö Aaltonen Museum of Art sits on the banks of the Aura River in Turku and displays works of Finnish artists in a modern building. The structure features large windows and multiple skylights that flood the exhibition spaces with natural light.

The museum was founded in 1964 after Turku's City Council approved its establishment. A prominent local artist contributed the initial collection that became the foundation of the institution.

The museum takes its name from a local sculptor whose work forms the foundation of what you see inside. The galleries focus on three-dimensional art and creations by artists connected to the Turku region.

The museum sits along the riverbank in an accessible location that is easy to reach from different parts of the city. The interior is well-lit and easy to navigate, so visitors can explore the collections without difficulty.

The building was designed by family members of the artist and they worked closely with him during the design process. This personal involvement of the artist in the architectural planning is unusual and shows his passion for how his work would be displayed.

Location: Turku

Inception: 1967

Architects: Matti Aaltonen, Irma Aaltonen

Official opening: 1967

Part of: Turku Museum Centre

Opening Hours: Tuesday,Friday 09:00-17:00; Wednesday-Thursday 11:00-19:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: +35822620850

Email: wam@turku.fi

Website: https://wam.fi

GPS coordinates: 60.44500,22.26030

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06