Pasadena Museum of History officials announced the Finnish Folk Art Museum, located in Pasadena at 470 West Walnut Street, which is only open during select community free days, will welcome visitors this Sunday, December 8, from noon to 5:00 p.m.
Located on the grounds of the Pasadena Museum of History, the museum showcases authentic Finnish artifacts representing a traditional 19th century “tupa,” or farmhouse, presented in partnership with the Los Angeles Chapter of Finlandia Foundation.
The structure’s journey began in 1949 when Consul Y.A. “George” Paloheimo purchased the Frederick Roehrig-designed redwood building from another Orange Grove Boulevard estate during the Fényes Mansion’s tenure as Finnish Consulate.
After its relocation, the building was transformed into a traditional Finnish sauna and guesthouse, later becoming the distinctive Swiss chalet-style structure that stands today.
Visitors to the community free day will access the museum’s current exhibition “Lights, Camera, Action! Hollywood Magic in Pasadena,” exploring the city’s deep connections to the film industry.
The program includes complimentary silent movies with free popcorn and guided mini-tours of the historic Fényes Mansion, which boasts quite a list of film credits itself.
Guests can immerse themselves in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood magic both past and recent, as part of this special exhibition at the nation’s only Finnish folk art museum.
For more information please visit: https://pasadenahistory.org/
