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Istuva karhu / Sitting Bear

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The history of the Sitting Bear has been a mystery for the Lauttasaari residents for decades. It is now situated in the yard of Isokaari 11, but above all has found a secure place in the heart of the school children. They come by to visit and greet the bear or to pose for photographs beside him. At the end of the school year he is brought roses. The sculpture is made of concrete.

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Text edited by: City of Helsinki
Updated: 11/5/2026