Sara Hildén Art Museum

Sara Hildén Art Museum is an art museum in Tampere that houses modern and contemporary collections in a red brick building. The spaces provide generous exhibition areas designed for different artistic movements and styles.

The museum was founded in 1975 and opened to the public in 1979 as a exhibition venue. Its name honors an art patron from Tampere whose passion for modern works shaped the collection.

The museum displays works by artists such as Picasso, Chagall, and Miró that show how modern art connects people from different backgrounds. Visitors can observe how these international pieces take on new meanings within a Finnish setting.

The museum opens during daytime hours most days of the week and is easy to reach by public transportation. The building is fully accessible and provides facilities for visitors with different needs.

The red brick building features textile patterns on its facade inspired by the women workers of nearby Finlayson factories. This design choice quietly links factory work history with modern artistic expression.

Location: Tampere

Inception: 1975

Official opening: February 1979

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +358356543500

Email: sara.hilden@tampere.fi

Website: https://tampere.fi/sarahilden

GPS coordinates: 61.50514,23.74056

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:05