Exhibitions

 

At Taitokortteli you can explore our diverse displays all year round. In our café area and all around the main building, you may find alternating exhibitions that display art and photography pieces as well as portray out North Karelian artisanal heritage. You may find out more by browsing below.

 

 

Finnish Ryijy Rugs Exhibition – 1.7.-30.8.2025

 

Ryijy rugs are warm and atmospheric textile artworks that embody centuries of Finnish handcraft tradition—reimagined in a contemporary and modern form. The Finnish Ryijy Rugs exhibition showcases the richness and timelessness of this unique art form.

The exhibition is organized in collaboration with Taito Pohjois-Karjala’s sister organization, Taito Pirkanmaa. The ryijys on display are designed by renowned Finnish textile artists and represent the finest in Finnish design and craftsmanship.

A ryijy brings a soft and cozy atmosphere to any home. In minimalist interiors, it serves as a striking splash of color and also improves the room’s acoustics. The ryijy is a timeless and valued interior textile—also a meaningful and personal gift.

Come experience the calming rhythm and handcrafted beauty of ryijys at the Gallery of Mustonen!

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You can purchase a ryijy either as a finished product or as a DIY kit from Taitokeskus Joensuu.
Making a ryijy is fun, addictive, and easy to learn. There are three ways to get your own ryijy: by sewing, weaving it on a loom from a kit, or buying it ready-made.
The base fabrics included in the ryijy kits are handwoven in Finland using traditional looms. The pile yarn is Sirkka ryijy yarn by Taito Pirkanmaa. Both the pile yarn and the weft are made from 100% wool. The warp of the base fabric is 100% linen. The sewing kit includes the base fabric, pile yarns, a comb, a needle, instructions, and care guidelines for the ryijy.
 

 

Tale of Anna Bamford in Anna's Chamber (24.3.2022-)

 

 

In our café Kauppaneuvoksen kahvila, Anna's Chamber, we have pictures of the family Mustonen. The display celebrates a book made about Anna Bamford, the daughter of kauppaneuvos Mustonen, released on 24 March 2022.

Annan Albumi - Kauppaneuvos Mustosen tyttären tarina tells the story of the family Mustonen from Anna's perspective. Author Sirpa Salopuisto from Joensuu has translated Anna's original memoirs written in english and swedish into finnish and completed it with photos from Anna's life.

 

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