Björk: exhibition
Ancestress
Sorrowful Soil
Björk Orkestral
Audiovisual exhibition by Björk at Pekuri Shopping Centre, 13 Nov – 31 Dec 2026
Open Mon–Sat 11-19, Sun 11-18
Oulu, Pekuri Shopping Centre, 2nd floor
Tickets 17€
Photo: Vidar Logi
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About the exhibition
Björk is bringing an exhibition to Oulu that combines sound, moving images, music, visual art and technology. The exhibition features three audiovisual installations. Ancestress and Sorrowful Soil are works composed and arranged by Björk, which were created as a tribute to her mother. The third work, Björk Orkestral, will be experienced in an immersive listening room created by Genelec.
The works were first exhibited last summer at the National Gallery of Iceland in Reykjavik. The exhibition can be experienced in Oulu until the end of the year.
The exhibition is part of Lumo Art & Tech festival’s programme.
Fotografiska Tallinn’s popular Play exhibition continues at Oulu2026’s Pekuri premises. Björk’s exhibition and Play can be experienced with the same admission ticket starting November 13th. The exhibitions are open every day.
The exhibition space and the Oulu2026 entrance hall are designed by PAVE Architects. Collaboration partners include Genelec, Saas Instruments and IP Heikkilä.
Tickets
Tickets:
€17/12 + booking fees (from €1.50 + 0.65% of the order at www.lippu.fi). Under-18s enter free of charge when accompanied by an adult.
Discounted tickets: students, pensioners, unemployed people, S-Etukortti holders, OP owner-customers and Kaleva subscribers. Proof of eligibility for a discount must be presented on arrival.
Tickets are also available at the door. Please note that visitors are admitted to the exhibition every 30 minutes, so booking your tickets in advance ensures entry at your preferred time.
Good to know about your visit
Where can I buy tickets and book an entry time?
Tickets are available through the Lippu.fi online ticket shop and at the Oulu2026 Info & Shop at the exhibition venue: Kauppakortteli Pekuri, second floor, in central Oulu.
How much do tickets cost?
Advance tickets: €17 / €12 + booking fees (from €1.50 + 0.65% of the order total via www.lippu.fi).
Discounted tickets: €12 for students, pensioners, unemployed people, S-Etukortti cardholders, OP owner-customers and Kaleva subscribers. Proof of eligibility for the discount must be presented on arrival.
Tickets at the door: €17 / €12.
Free admission for under-18s when accompanied by an adult.
Is my booked entry time also my arrival time?
Please arrive 5–10 minutes before the entry time shown on your ticket.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Yes. At the Oulu2026 Info & Shop (Kauppakortteli Pekuri, second floor), you can buy a ticket for the next available entry time or choose another available time.
Do I need two tickets to visit both exhibitions?
No. One ticket includes admission to both Björk’s exhibition and Fotografiska Tallinn’s PLAY exhibition.
Why do I need to book a specific entry time?
Music and sound play an important role in both exhibitions. The works run according to set schedules, and timed entry helps ensure that visitors can experience them in the best possible way.
What if I arrive late for my booked entry time?
You can visit the exhibitions at the next available entry time. New entry times begin every 30 minutes.
Can I change my entry time if my plans change?
If you are unable to attend at your booked time, please contact the Oulu2026 Info & Shop at info(at)oulu2026.eu or +358 40 355 6126. We will arrange a new entry time for you at no extra cost.
Can I buy an open ticket without a fixed entry time?
Open tickets are not available through the Lippu.fi online ticket shop. If you arrive at the venue without a booking, you can visit the exhibitions at the next available time, subject to availability. Entry times are on the hour and at half past the hour.
I have already bought an advance ticket for the PLAY photography exhibition, which is valid until 31 December. Can I also use it to visit the Björk exhibition?
Your ticket gives you access to PLAY, but you will need to book an entry time for the Björk exhibition. You can ask about the next available time slot at the exhibition venue or book a time in advance by contacting info@oulu2026.eu. There is no additional charge for booking an entry time.
Are the Museum Card or Kaikukortti accepted?
The Museum Card is not accepted as a means of payment, as the exhibitions are not part of museum operations. Visitors can obtain a ticket at the venue using a Kaikukortti card. The card must be presented on arrival.
Is the EU Disability Card accepted?
The EU Disability Card with an A marking entitles the holder’s personal assistant to free admission.
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