Tom of Finland Tour
Tom was not only a genius of erotic art but also talented pianist. He worked as a bar pianist before his other art took over and after many bar nights ended up cruzing in that time darkened streets. Helsinki certainly was another city during and straight after the WWII. On this tour you can learn a lot about Tom / Touko and also lots of gay / LGTBQ history of Helsinki / Finland.
Touko´s story has got him far. For example, the Tom of Finland stamp is the most preordered stamp in the world and there is a quality art roast coffee developed for him by Paulig. Now there is even a vodka branded after him!
2017 was important year for Finland as anniversary of its 100 years of independence but also a proud moment for our society when same sex marriage finally became legal reality. Helsinki as a city is also known as one of Europe´s top gay friendly destinations. It hasn’t been always like that and we also like to show you the positive change by visiting places that are nowadays used by the locals like Kansalaistori (People’s Square) in front of the Parliament that once was a clandestine meeting point for gay men.
We also visit various places where you can see Tom´s art becoming part of our popular culture.
AVAILABLE: Daily according to our guide availability
PRICE: According to the group size. Email us happyguidehelsinki@gmail.com tell how many of you and the exact time you would be available for the tour and we come up with answer in 24 h!
INCLUDED: Guiding, audiovisual presentation and Tom of Finland style welcome drinks!
AGE LIMIT: 18 years
Private groups available in English, Finnish and Spanish.
In 2017 we proudly produced Tom of Finland Experience together with Tom of Finland Foundation. We even became an official event for Finland 100 years´ anniversary. Still now in 2023 10 % of every ticked sold will be donated to Tom of Finland Foundation. Together we raise our flag for happiness and freedom!
