Paateri - the home and studio of sculptress Eva Ryynänen

Eva Ryynänen (1915–2001) was one of the most well known Finnish sculptors after 1950s. She used mainly wood as her main material. The main subjects of her art were children, animals, nature, fairy tale characters, Finnish mythology and chores of a farm house.

Paateri is situated in Vuonisjärvi, in a beautiful place near river and forest. Paateri consists of the artist's home, studio, church and café, all designed by the sculptress and full of her works of art.

Click here for driving directions to Paateri!

WELCOME!

OPENING HOURS OF SUMMER SEASON (15.5.2024–15.9.2024)

Open every day 10 AM-6 PM. Closed on Midsummer Eve (21.6.2024).

ADMISSION FEES

Free admission

• Children under 18-year old
• Museum Card
• ICOM card
• Group leaders and bus drivers (Groups over 10 persons)
• Free admission on 15.6.2023
• wedding, consert and church visitors

Guided tours

• Guided tours in Finnish language are included in the admission fee during summer season (15.5.-15.9)
• Guided tours in other languages must be reserved in advance. Contact info: tanja.p.rissanen@gmail.com or museo@lieksa.fi

Renting the Church of Paateri or cafeteria

It’s possible to rent the beautiful church of Paater or cafeteria to private events such as weddings! Inquirys: museo@lieksa.fi

Renting fees:

The Church of Paateri: 150 € for an event

The cafeteria: 75 € for an event

Contact info:

Paateri 21, FI-81560 Vuonislahti, tel. +358 40 1044 055

Inquiries about visits: tanja.p.rissanen@gmail.com or museo@lieksa.fi