Arts Education Foundation

30/09/2026

Ushering in some fall vibes!

02/09/2026

Virtual Writers' Lab: Fall 2026- To learn more and RSVP visit our website's event page. https://www.artseducationfoundation.org/event-details/virtual-writing-lab-fall-2026-2026-09-11-08-30

06/08/2026

Check out Children of the Anthropocene’s latest publication- fresh off the press! You can find it in Children & Society’s SPECIAL ISSUE -Young Children's Perspectives on (Multispecies) Death and Dying. Ed’s. Prof. Karin Murris & Dr. Renske Visser.

30/07/2026

Check out this newly published article by one of our members!

10/06/2026

AEF Summer Newsletter

AEF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit uniting arts, science, and education to build transdisciplinary communities, open-access resources, and collaborative programs worldwide

29/04/2026

An invitation to pause, reflect, and create.

This June, we gather in a natural setting to explore new perspectives at the intersection of arts, education, and sustainability.

Through shared conversations and experiences, the retreat offers space to slow down and reconnect with how we think, learn, and create.

June 4–7
Comment 🌿 to know how
Only few spots available

26/04/2026

Midsummer Sun Creative Retreat
June 4th–7th, 2026
Deadline May 13th, 2026

Saaristohotelli Vaihela
Turku, Finland

Unleash your creativity in the magical atmosphere of the Finnish archipelago. From June 4-7th, 2026 join us at Hotel Vaihela on Velkua Island for a three-day "Creative Rejuvenation Retreat" designed to awaken imagination, restore balance, and deepen connection to your creative self.
What to Expect:
Over 3 immersive days, you’ll experience a blend of guided workshops, independent creative time, and restorative leisure in breathtaking surroundings.
- Four guided workshops combining group and individual work
- Collaborative and independent creative time spent in beautiful natural surroundings
- Evening saunas and accommodations at Hotel Vaihela including breakfast
- Welcome dinner to kick-off the retreat
- Transportation to/from Turku train station

Workshops will draw from visual arts, sound, creative writing, and movement, offering multiple entry points into creative expression. The approach is research-based, inspired by the Creative Methodologies Course developed at the University of Helsinki Doctoral School (2022-2024)

Who is This For?
The retreat welcomes anyone who wishes to:
- Engage the full range of sensory experience in creative work.
- Develop or refine a project (writing, painting, music, or personal inquiry)
- Receive supportive feedback and inspiration in a nurturing environment.

Languages:
Sessions will be held in English or bilingually in English and Finnish, depending on participants’ preferences. You are welcome to work in the language that feels most natural to you.
For more information visit:
www. Artseducationfoundation.org

26/04/2026

Midsummer Sun Creative Retreat
Saaristonhotelli Vaihela

Unleash your creativity in the magical atmosphere of the Finnish archipelago. From June 4-7th, 2026 join us at Hotel Vaihela on Velkua Island for a three-day "Creative Rejuvenation Retreat" designed to awaken imagination, restore balance, and deepen connection to your creative self.
What to Expect:
Over 3 immersive days, you’ll experience a blend of guided workshops, independent creative time, and restorative leisure in breathtaking surroundings.
- Four guided workshops combining group and individual work
- Collaborative and independent creative time spent in beautiful natural surroundings
- Evening saunas and accommodations at Hotel Vaihela including breakfast
- Welcome dinner to kick-off the retreat
- Transportation to/from Turku train station

Workshops will draw from visual arts, sound, creative writing, and movement, offering multiple entry points into creative expression. The approach is research-based, inspired by the Creative Methodologies Course developed at the University of Helsinki Doctoral School (2022-2024)

Who is This For?
The retreat welcomes anyone who wishes to:
- Engage the full range of sensory experience in creative work.
- Develop or refine a project (writing, painting, music, or personal inquiry)
- Receive supportive feedback and inspiration in a nurturing environment.

Languages:
Sessions will be held in English or bilingually in English and Finnish, depending on participants’ preferences. You are welcome to work in the language that feels most natural to you.

Application deadline May 13th, 2026
More Information:
[email protected]

08/09/2025

The Virtual Writing Lab will resume again this fall. Hope you will join us.

This service is free and provided through the volunteer services of the facilitators. Attended as you please. No need to notify if in advance if you cannot attend a session.