Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva

Malva is a museum full of art, design, posters and culture, located in the centre of Lahti.

Open today at 10-18
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Adults 18 €, children free entry
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Getting there
Getting there

Exhibitions

All exhibitions
In the Layers of Being
The detailed works invite viewers to linger with themes of the human body and humanity.
until 18.4.2027
People observing Diana Scherer’s seven-metre-high artwork made from grass roots, suspended from the ceiling.
Symbiosis
Symbiosis reveals nature’s hidden networks and invites us to share in the creation of new…
until 1.11.2026
Roots - Treasures from the Collections
In the exhibition you can experience amazing art, fun posters and impressive Finnish design.
until 15.8.2027
Photo collage by Esa Semeri
Visio
Visio leads you to explore the limits of perception and the influence of psychedelic culture…
Upcoming 4.12.2026

Experience the mesmerazing Ahto

Finnish Ekho Collective’s interactive artwork Ahto, changes according to the flow of visitors. Ahto is on display in the Light Gallery of Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva.

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Public art on the map

Set out on an expedition into the world of public art! Around Lahti there are many works of art that you can explore on this website – and also while you’re out and about in the city.

Public art on the map

Current news

Current

Events

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Free admission day

1.11.2026, at 10:00 - 18:00
Public Event

Malva’s EMYA Celebration Coffee Event

4.11.2026, at 16:00 - 20:00
Public Event

Open workshop

21.11.2026, at 12:00 - 15:00
Workshop

Fall in love with Malva

Malski area, where Malva is located

What is Malva?

Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva is a amazingly experiential museum in the heart of Lahti. The museum brings together art, design and poster content.

What is Malva?
Works of art in storage, drawn out.

Awesome collections

In addition to organising exhibitions, Malva has a key role in preserving cultural heritage. In total, we care for over 8,500 works of art and 76,000 posters.

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