Developing city of culture

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Culture is an integral part of Tampere and its development. The lively and renewing culture supports the community and well-being of the city’s residents and strengthens the city’s vitality, attractiveness and retention.

The cultural city is developed in Tampere in a determined and ambitious way in accordance with the city strategy’s priorities, also utilizing external funding.

Ongoing cultural development projects

The development priorities are

Equal individuals:

  • Strengthening the accessibility of cultural services 
  • Promoting cultural well-being 

Active communities:

  • Developing the opportunities for creative industries 
  • Strengthening the participation of city residents 

Carbon-neutral actions:

  • Promoting eco-social education

A pioneer of the future:

  • Developing the quality and infrastructure of the city’s cultural services 
  • Smooth digital services
Jaakko Laurila
More information Planning Manager
Phone:
044 430 9014
Updated 24.6.2024