Finnposium: Iria Leino – An Extraordinary Life | International Women’s Day Webinar

In celebration of International Women’s Day, this special Finnposium webinar explored the remarkable life and artistry of Iria Leino, a Finnish artist who made her mark in SoHo, NYC. After her passing, an extraordinary collection of her work was uncovered—now the subject of an upcoming documentary film. This event brought together four remarkable Finnish women dedicated to preserving and sharing Iria’s story. Together, they discussed themes of art, Finnish immigration, and women’s creative legacies, highlighting a powerful story of resilience, identity, and artistic discovery. Featuring: Kati Aho – Creative Producer Janna Kyllästinen – Director of IRIA (documentary) Laura Birn – Acclaimed Finnish actor portraying Iria Moderator: Kati Laakso – Finnish Cultural Institute in New York Recorded on: Saturday, March 8 🔗 Learn more at: FinlandiaFoundation.org Watch the full recording now to discover the extraordinary legacy of Iria Leino!