Sensory Space
Welcome to the Sensory Space – where fingers are free to speak!
The Sensory Space of the Craftstories – Tales of Finnish Skill exhibition invites you and your whole family to experience the world of craft through the senses. This experiential space has been designed especially for curious minds – children and adults alike – who want to touch, try and discover by doing.
The Sensory Space is a shared place of wonder, suitable for all ages. Children can experience and experiment, while adults may rediscover familiar memories and gain new perspectives on the meaning of craft.
Come and experience how craft feels, smells and sounds – up close. The Sensory Space encourages you to explore, make discoveries and pause to appreciate the details of craftsmanship. The objects and materials are connected to the exhibition displays – begin your journey by following the traces of craft!
In the Sensory Space you can:
- Feel old and new objects, such as cobblers’ lasts, wooden knives made from different materials, birch-bark balls and small tools
- Try it yourself: card wool, weave on a loom, or tie your own rya knot onto a shared rya base
- Smell different scents at the “smell it yourself” station and uncover the stories behind them
- Explore through your fingertips: Laura Pehkonen’s ceramic buttons come alive in a new way with your eyes closed
- Fiddle and fidget: what does a felted sound-memory game feel like, or how do the small fidget pouches feel in your hands?
Leave your own mark!
The Sensory Space also includes a small booklet where you can write your own thoughts about craft:
“Craft is…” and “My dearest object is…”.
Come and complete the sentences and share your own memory or feeling. Previous responses are displayed in the exhibition on the wall by the entrance ramp!