Open Call for Artists: Myllärintalo Summer Exhibitions 2026

Myllärintalo invites artists to apply for the summer exhibitions of 2026. The historic building located in the Halinen Rapids area offers a unique setting for visual art along the Aura River.

During the summer, Myllärintalo operates as a café as well as a cultural and nature centre. Exhibitions will be displayed in the café space on the ground floor and in the stairwells.

Available exhibition periods

• 5 May – 7 June 2026
• 9 June – 12 July 2026
• 14 July – 16 August 2026
• 18 August – 20 September 2026

Exhibition themes

We are looking for works that suit the environment of Myllärintalo and explore, for example:

• the historic building or local history
• nature and landscape
• the Aura River and its impact on the Baltic Sea
• the relationship between art and nature

Openings and practical arrangements

It is possible to organise an exhibition opening in cooperation with the Myllärintalo café. Openings start at 6 p.m. and may last approximately one hour.

Artists may bring their own sparkling beverages or, if needed, arrange for non-alcoholic sparkling drinks to be ordered through the café. The café may also sell refreshments to the artist or directly to guests. Other self-provided catering (apart from sparkling beverages) is not permitted.

Artists are responsible for their own works, including installation and removal after the exhibition period ends.

Selection of artists and works

Myllärintalo café and the Aura River Foundation reserve the right to select the artists and works accepted for the exhibitions. In case of any issues, we also reserve the right to interrupt exhibitions and terminate cooperation agreements.

Visiting the exhibition spaces

Artists have the opportunity to visit and familiarise themselves with the exhibition spaces prior to applying during the café’s spring pop-up opening hours:

• 13 February, 2–6 p.m.
• 14–15 February, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• 6 March, 2–6 p.m.
• 7–8 March, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• 4–6 April, 12–4 p.m.

Hanging instructions are available from the café.

Sales and payments

Artists are responsible for arranging any sales and payment methods (e.g. MobilePay). Sales do not go through the Myllärintalo café cash register.

How to apply

In your application, please include:

• the exhibition period you are applying for
• the number of works and their theme

Contact:
Mari Kallio
mari.kakkupuoti@gmail.com

Application deadline: 6 April 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

The exhibitions are organised without a separate coordinator, and artists are responsible for the practical arrangements of their exhibitions.