ahlstrom-in-society

Sakari Siltala: Richesse oblige – At the origins of Ahlström’s social responsibility

Sakari Siltala Richesse oblige – At the origins of Ahlström's social responsibility Richesse oblige, wealth obliges. Before the emergence of the Finnish welfare society in the 1960s, if there were any considerations of societal responsibility in the country, they were borne by affluent individuals, families, clans, and companies. The most far-sighted owners saw societal responsibility ... Read more

Riihimäki glassworks

Riihimäki Glassworks In 1910, the duo of A. Kohlemianen and his son, A. P. Kolehmainen, joined forces with industrial entrepreneur H. G. Paloheimo to establish Riihimäki glassworks. Initially crafting simple household glassware, the enterprise quickly evolved, venturing into refined household glassware and crystal glass by 1911. Breaking new ground, Riihimäki became the pioneer among Finnish ... Read more

Makkarakoski sawmill museum

Makkarakoski Sawmill museum Converted into a museum in 2014, this sawmill stands as a testament to over 200 years of industrial heritage. Step into the past as you explore the evolution of sawmill technology, from its origins powered by hydropower, to the era of steam, and finally, the advent of electricity. What makes the Makkarakoski ... Read more

Maire Gullichsen

Patron of the Arts Professor Maire Gullichsen (née Ahlström) made significant contributions to the promotion of Finnish visual arts, design, and architecture. She was a visionary and a driving force behind several key institutions: the design shop Artek, the Free Art School, the Modern Arts Association, and Galerie Artek. Each of these organizations played a ... Read more

Tyra Borg

Tyra Borg - The Artist In 1890, at the age of 18, Tyra Ahlström started studies at the drawing school of the Finnish Art Society at Ateneum. In 1893, Axel Gallén became Tyra's art teacher (later, Akseli Gallen-Kallela). The artist was already part of the Ahlström's circle of friends. He was a famillar sight at ... Read more

Ahlström Voyage exhibition

The past and present of the Noormarkku Works, Ahlström family and Ahlström companies. The Ahlström Voyage exhibition in the old workshop provides an interesting look at the history and present of the Ahlström companies, the family and the Noormarkku Works over a period of more than 170 years. The company’s story is a significant part ... Read more

Noormarkku Klubi

Noormarkku Club House Noormarkku Club House celebrates its 100-year journey Noormarkku Club House in the Ahlström Works in Pori turned 100 years old on April 19, 2024. The birthday program included an invitational event, the opening of an exhibition, and a celebratory dinner. The Club has served as a meeting place for people for several ... Read more

The Ahlström Collection

The Ahlström Collection & Rafael Ahlström (1877–1918) Rafael was the family’s second-oldest son. He was active in the family business and served as procurator and manager at the Noormarkku plant and the company’s second director and board member. Despite his dedication to the family business, Tyra describes Rafael in her memoirs to be more interested ... Read more

Healthcare

Shelters and the Eva Ahlström Hospital "The shelter will be built on the Noormarkku factory grounds, in a spot I have pointed out to my wife and children. It is to have its own doctor, with funds being of no concern." (Excerpt from Antti Ahlström's will / Norrmén 19271) As early as the 1870s, Antti ... Read more

Schools and Public Education

Schools and Public Education Public education was important to both Antti and Eva Ahlstrom, and they founded several elementary schools in Western Finland. After Antti Ahlstrom's death, the company continued to support public education in several factory estates throughout Finland. The Noormarkku works got its elementary school in 1875. Another company-operated elementary school was opened ... Read more