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During spring, Ilon’s illustrations have been part of the popular exhibition From Moomin to Chop Chop, celebrating the magic of illustration in Nordic children’s literature. The exhibition is now entering its final weeks.
Don’t miss the chance to experience Ilon’s original work at Waldemarsudde in Stockholm before it closes on August 17 – a perfect excuse for a summer outing?

In Undiscovered Ilon Wikland, we are invited to see a new side of Ilon’s creative world. In addition to the 800 originals in the museum’s permanent collection, 65 works from the family’s private archive are now on display. These include completed illustrations as well as deeply personal sketches and visual notes that have never been … Read more

This summer, travellers between Stockholm/Helsinki and Tallinn can enjoy a unique onboard exhibition celebrating Ilon Wikland’s artistry – part of her 95th birthday tribute. It is featured on the Tallink cruise ships Victoria I and Baltic Queen.  The exhibition tells her full story: from being born in the 1930s Estonia, her escape to Sweden as … Read more

Last year’s exhibition Ilon Wikland’s Visual World. Fairy tales, adventures and everyday life was a success with the public and showed over 400 original works in a playful environment. Now the association Forum for exhibitors has nominated the exhibition for the award Exhibition of the Year 2024. The award ceremony will take place at the … Read more

Ilon Wikland’s 95th birthday is being celebrated with an anniversary exhibition at the Estonian House in Stockholm. The exhibition features around 20 works and a timeline highlighting key moments from Wikland’s long career: from her earliest preserved works from the late 1940s to one of her most recent illustration assignments for Peter and the Wolf … Read more

On February 5th, Ilon Wikland turns 95. Her milestone birthday is being honored with a major exhibition at Waldemarsudde in Stockholm and the re-release of her autobiographical book, The Long, Long Journey. It has been over 70 years since a 24-year-old Ilon Wikland stepped into Astrid Lindgren’s office at Rabén & Sjögren to inquire about … Read more

The Sweden-Estonia Cooperation Fund has announced the recipients of its 2024 Cooperation Award: renowned illustrator Ilon Wikland and influential businessman Hasse Olsson. The award celebrates their significant contributions to fostering mutual understanding and collaboration between Sweden and Estonia. Ilon Wikland, a celebrated Estonian-Swedish illustrator, is best known for her work with Astrid Lindgren’s iconic children’s … Read more

Ilon Wikland’s Award for Children’s Culture was presented on May 26 at Gothenburg’s City Library. The award is given to Teater Jaguar, whose ambition is to introduce children to new worlds and perspectives. Since 1987, Teater Jaguar has been performing theater exclusively for children and youth audiences. Every year, they present several different plays at … Read more

Next Saturday, the Gothenburg Museum of Art invites you to the opening of one of Ilon Wikland’s largest exhibitions in Sweden to date – Ilon Wikland’s visual worlds. Fairytales, adventures and everyday life. With over 400 original works, visitors will be given a unique insight into Ilon Wikland’s artistry – from the magic in Mio, My Son … Read more

Decorate your home with Rebel Walls’ new premium wallpaper collection featuring Ilon Wikland’s whimsical and lively art. This collaboration brings the enchanting world of Ilon Wikland’s original artwork to your walls, creating extraordinary spaces with premium bespoke wallpaper designs. Rebel Walls is a one-of-a-kind wallpaper company that always strives to achieve extraordinary spaces through premium wallpaper … Read more