We offer guided tours
Villa Skeppet belongs to the Christine and Göran Schildt Foundation, which arranges guided tours in the home. The tour showcases an author’s residence, Alvar Aalto’s architecture, and a warm Mediterranean atmosphere. Göran Schildt and Alvar Aalto were good friends who shared a love for the Mediterranean cultures, landscapes, and civilizations.
The basic features of the building were already clear in the initial sketches
Architecture
Two main themes dominated the life of Göran Schildt: his compassion for sailing and his love for the Mediterranean culture. In Villa Skeppet, both of his passions are apparent in the architecture and the furnishings. The most dominant feature of the building…
Alvar Aalto designed a house so that the Schildt couple would return to Finland
The Mediterranean sailor who enjoyed life in Tammisaari
Alvar Aalto
The friendship with Göran Schildt Göran Schildt first met Alvar Aalto during his academic years when Aalto was the president of the film club Projektio and Schildt a member. They became friends much later, however, when Schildt visited Aalto’s office together with…
The friendship between Alvar Aalto and Göran Schildt began in 1952
Göran Schildt was the owner of Daphne
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The view when you enter Villa Skeppet. It is ❤️
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🇬🇧 Save the date 18.4: En Kul Tur – an art filled event day for the whole family in Ekenäs!
On Saturday 18 April, the Tammisaari Cultural Quarter (Gallery Elverket, Chappe, Raseborg Museum) together with Villa Skeppet will organise a joint event. We will publish the programme in March.
🇸🇪 Spara datumet 18.4: En Kul Tur – program med konst för hela familjen i Ekenäs!
Lördagen den 18 april arrangerar Ekenäs kulturkvarter (Galleri Elverket, Chappe, Raseborgs museum) tillsammans med Villa Skeppet ett gemensamt evenemang – En Kul Tur! Vi publicerar programmet i mars.
🇫🇮 Merkitse 18.4 kalenteriisi: En Kul Tur– tapahtumapäivä taideohjelmalla koko perheelle Tammisaaressa!
Lauantaina 18. huhtikuuta Tammisaaren kulttuurikortteli (Galleria Elverket, Chappe, Raaseporin museo) järjestää yhdessä Villa Skeppetin kanssa yhteistapahtuman – En Kul Tur! Julkaisemme ohjelman maaliskuussa.
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Today we celebrate the birthday of Alvar Aalto! 🎉
Today is also a recommended flag day as we honor both Alvar and Aino Aalto, as well as Finnish architecture and design. 🏛️✨
Photo by Göran Schildt.
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Winter and sunlight ❤️
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The Kitchen at Villa Skeppet
The kitchen at Villa Skeppet is truly the heart of the home. Designed specially for Christine Schildt, where every detail is carefully planned.
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✨ Guided Tours at Villa Skeppet in January 2026✨
Join us for guided tours at Villa Skeppet this month!
📅 Saturdays: January 17, 24 & 31
Book your ticket through our web-shop.
Discover the architecture, stories, and atmosphere of Villa Skeppet. A perfect winter experience! ❄️
👉 Group bookings for spring and summer are already open—plan ahead and secure your visit now.
📩 To book or inquire for a group email info@villaskeppet.fi
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✨ Save the Date! ✨
Join us for an Open House at Villa Skeppet 🏡
📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Get a unique glimpse of architecture and design up close at Villa Skeppet. Admission is free but be prepared for possible waiting times.
This program is part of the National Architecture and Design Days, taking place February 2–8, 2026.
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Finally, a light blanket of snow just in time for Christmas here in southern Finland ❄️✨
We want to send a heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful visitors and partners for an amazing 2025. Your support, collaboration, and shared moments have meant the world to us.
We’re already looking forward to meeting again in 2026 🤍
Wishing you a peaceful Christmas and a bright New Year! 🎄✨
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