8 June – 21 September 2025
Helsinki Biennial 2025 showcased 37 artists and collectives from Finland and around the world.
The third edition of Helsinki Biennial was curated by art historian, curator and HAM’s Head of Exhibitions Kati Kivinen, and curator, art historian and researcher Blanca de la Torre.
The biennial spread across three distinct venues: the unique maritime setting of Vallisaari Island, Esplanade Park in the heart of Helsinki, and HAM Helsinki Art Museum’s Tennis Palace premises.
The theme of the biennial’s third edition, Shelter, takes inspiration from the habitat of Vallisaari Island, which has been preserved from human habitation for decades. The biennial reflected on the fragile relationship between humanity and the natural world. Moving beyond human-centric perspectives, the featured artworks foregrounded animals, plants, fungi, insects and minerals. The biennial sought to forge new spaces of protection and inspire positive environmental action.
