“The purpose of the project is to support integration. The idea is to make our residents’ many cultures visible in the urban space and to create opportunities for intercultural encounters and dialogue,” says the producer of the project Emma Peura. The colorful artworks reflect the artists’ own cultural backgrounds, often combined with Finnish symbolism.
Sujitha Ravi describes participating in the project in her own neighborhood as a truly meaningful experience: “Hervanta has been home to my family for many years, and I’m happy to share a piece of my Indian heritage with the community. These artworks truly represent the international spirit and sense of connection in the area, and many passersby stopped to chat while I was painting my box. Art has a wonderful way of connecting people regardless of their background.”
The painted electrical boxes are located near South Hervanta School and along Suolijärvenkatu. The pieces will be added to Tampere’s street art map, and an art walk map will also be created. In addition, the artworks and their stories will be featured in a photo exhibition opening during the Anti-Racism Week in March 2026. The street art project is part of the Public Cultural Service’s intercultural and integration-supporting work as well as neighbourhood cultural work.
Opening event for the street art exhibition and a video art walk:
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 17:30, Etelä-Hervanta School (Mekaniikanpolku 9)
