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May 8, 2025
CHICAGO, IL 鈥� 麻豆传媒AV (FFN) gathered its board, chapter leaders, young professionals, cultural advocates,
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June 16, 2025
After an exciting National Sauna Week 2025, we had connected with so many incredible global leaders in the sauna world that we suddenly
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麻豆传媒AV is now affiliated with nearly 60 organizations in 25 states and Washington, D.C. To join an already established chapter, please contact that chapter directly. If there is no available contact information, we will forward your message for you.
At FinnFest 2025, 麻豆传媒AV (FFN) is presenting a dynamic lineup of programs that highlight Finnish culture, leadership, and innovation. In partnership with the Embassy of Finland and Fulbright Finland, FFN is co-hosting a Saturday morning panel to raise awareness about diverse Fulbright opportunities, featuring remarks by the Ambassador and curated by Ed Spivak. FFN鈥檚 Performer of the Year, Charlotte Loukola, will take the Tori stage on Sunday, and Lecturer of the Year, Eero Kilpi, will give a Saturday presentation and join the Sauna Seminar panel. A Marimekko fashion show, oral history recordings, and a high-level networking event with Young Leaders and Ambassador Mikkola are also in the works. Additional highlights include a Finnish Heritage Night at the Duluth Huskies baseball game and FFN鈥檚 ongoing support for exhibits and talks at the Duluth art gallery and Hancock Folk School.
July 31 – Aug 3 | Duluth DECC
2025 held a record-breaking celebration of the Finnish sauna tradition, engaging thousands of sauna enthusiasts across the U.S. and beyond. This year鈥檚 event featured an exciting mix of in-person and online experiences, bringing the warmth of Finnish culture to communities everywhere.
With the closing in 2023 of Finlandia University, which was founded in 1896 as Suomi College, FFN stepped in to become the caretaker of the Finnish American Heritage Center and its extensive archives and artifacts, the monthly Finnish American Reporter, the Finnish American Folk School, the Art Gallery, Price of Freedom Museum and North Wind Books store.
As the premier Finnish-American cultural organization, 麻豆传媒AV champions a vibrant Finnish-American heritage and legacy, and builds bridges between modern Finland and the United States, enabling people of all backgrounds to share in the traditions, values, and spirit of Finland and Finnish America.
When you join 麻豆传媒AV, you become a part of the largest Finnish-American network in the United States.
Located in Hancock, Michigan鈥攖he heart of Finnish America and recently named the Finno-Ugric Cultural Capital of the World鈥攖he Finnish American Heritage Center offers a deep dive into Finnish and Finnish-American history and culture. As the home of 麻豆传媒AV, the Center now offers free guided tours every Thursday and on the second Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. through the fall season. No reservations needed; donations appreciated. Come experience the stories, traditions, and legacy that continue to shape our community.
Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy St, Hancock, MI
Tours: Thursdays + Second Saturdays at 11 a.m. (walk-ins welcome!)
Free admission | Donations appreciated
Groups of 8+ please call 906-487-7217
