Public art collections at Aalto University
The aim of public art across Aalto is to create a vibrant environment for experiencing the world through various perspectives and for embracing imagination, intuition, and exploration.
Cooler Planet: Guided public art tour 29.9.
Join the tour with Outi Turpeinen (manager, Public art & exhibitions) and get to know Aalto University's public art collections in the Marsio, Kide, School of Business, and Väre buildings in more detail. The tour starts from the lobby of the Marsio building.
In this event, we are committed to Aalto University’s principles for a safer space.
During the Cooler Planet festival, participate in guided tours led by art curator Outi Turpeinen (Head of Art & Exhibitions) to learn about the campus's public art. During the tours, you will become acquainted with the artworks in the Marsio, Kide, School of Business, and Väre buildings while also exploring the role of percent art and public art at the university.
The tours start from the lobby of Marsio (Otakaari 2). The public art theme of Marsio is Sharing Imagination. The art tour also introduces the Between the Waves/Waves in between theme in the Kide building (Konemiehentie 1), the Human Approach theme in the School of Business building (Ekonominaukio 1), and the Global Equality theme in the Väre building (Otaniementie 14).
Please register in advance as there are limited spots available for the tours.
This tour will be conducted in Finnish.
Is the time not suitable for you? Below, you'll find all the public art Cooler Planet tours.
Public art tours in English
Tue 8. September 2026 at 17:00-18:00, register here
Public art tours in Finnish
Wed 16. September 2026 at 16:30-17:30, register here
Tue 29. September 2026 at 16:30-17:30, register here
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Cooler Planet: Guided public art tour 8.9.
Join the tour with Outi Turpeinen (manager, Public art & exhibitions) and get to know Aalto University's public art collections in the Marsio, Kide, School of Business, and Väre buildings in more detail.
Cooler Planet: Guided public art tour 16.9.
Join the tour with Outi Turpeinen (manager, Public art & exhibitions) and get to know Aalto University's public art collections in the Marsio, Kide, and Viima buildings in more detail.
Cooler Planet: Guided public art tour 29.9.
Join the tour with Outi Turpeinen (manager, Public art & exhibitions) and get to know Aalto University's public art collections in the Marsio, Kide, School of Business, and Väre buildings in more detail.