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10 Year Jubilee Le Petit Festival – Hanko
Welcome to the 10 Year Jubilee of Le Petit Festival Hanko, a celebration of a decade of artistic excellence and cultural exchange. Over the past ten years, Le Petit Festival has become a cornerstone of Hanko’s vibrant arts scene, showcasing an eclectic mix of performances, visual arts, and interactive installations.
This year’s jubilee, 22-25 August 2024, promises to be an extraordinary event, bringing together artists and performers from around the world to create a unique and immersive experience. Join us as we honor the festival’s legacy and look forward to a future of continued creativity and inspiration. Enjoy a rich program filled with captivating exhibitions, live performances, and engaging workshops set against the picturesque backdrop of Hanko. Let’s celebrate ten years of art, culture, and community!
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Trends
Museum Projects
Government, private companies and philanthropists have all initiated major museum capital projects in the last few years, including the art museum Amos Rex, opened in 2018 and the planned new Museum of Architecture and Design.
Arts Investment
Cultural investment in Finland has traditionally been led and funded by government; now ‘activist foundations’ led by wealthy individuals or groups are encouraging state and City government to invest in arts infrastructure, resulting in the House of Dance, among other institutions.
Culture in the Suburbs
There is a policy emphasis on providing access to culture in the suburbs. The skills of artists are used by the whole city across sectors. And the city ensures that every Helsinki resident has a connection to art and culture throughout life.