Museum of Contemporary Art (Kiasma)

Helsinki, Finland's Kiasma is a museum of modern art. It is situated in Mannerheimintie. Its name, Kiasma, which is Finnish for "chiasma," alludes to the fundamental conceptual idea of Steven Holl, the architect. The Finnish National Institution's modern art collection is maintained by Kiasma, a division of the gallery. Its main objectives are to elevate contemporary art and to promote it.

It is odd that the structure regarded as one of Finland's icons of modern architecture was created by the American architect Steven Holl in a country known for its avant-garde national architects. The curved façade continues inside, creating exhibit areas that are especially suitable for showcasing modern art. The museum houses exhibits of Finnish art created after 1960 as well as a theater for experimental music, dance, and theater. On the property are a café and a store. A public or private guided tour of the museum is another option for visitors, and these tours contain details about the artwork, the artists, and the structure of the museum.

Address: Mannerheiminaukio 2, 00100 Helsinki

Official site: http://kiasma.fi/en/

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