Hirvitalo

Hirvitalo is a social center in Pispala, a district of Tampere in Finland. It houses the Center of Contemporary Art Pispala.

Hirvitalo has three exhibition rooms and a recording studio, space for serigraphic work and a shop. Outside operates Pispala Pyörä Punx ( Pispla bike punks ) a bicycle repair.

Foundation

Hirvitalo is operated by the Pispala Cultural Association, which was founded in 2006. The main objective of the Foundation is to strengthen the cultural life in Tampere and Pispala by free spaces for contemporary artists will be offered, as well as for the local community to organize events.

Activities

In Hirvitalo throughout the year through a variety of cultural activities take place, such as Exhibitions of contemporary art, poetry festivals, video screenings, studio circles, performances, flamenco and drum groups, especially international artists.

Near the Hirvitalo the Pispala Carnival takes place, as well as courses in permaculture. The house also offers support for the social integration of artists through training. Here the Pispalan kumppanuus ry and 10 more groups work together.