Art, Leadership, and Collaboration: Maria Hansen Visits Estonia!

ELIA Executive Director Maria Hansen attended the inauguration of Hilkka Hiiop as the new Rector of the Estonian Academy of Arts (EKA). The ceremony took place in the presence of the President of Estonia, Alar Karis.

In a toast delivered at the celebratory dinner, Maria Hansen highlighted EKA’s strong international engagement, particularly its co-hosting of the ELIA Leadership Symposium in 2022 with the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre.

Hilkka, a renowned art conservator and former Head of Conservation and Restoration at EKA, brings a unique perspective to leadership. With art conservation gaining importance across the ELIA network, new collaborations are on the horizon.
The event featured performances by the EKA Choir and a surprise set by Estonian star Florian Wahl 🎶

Warm thanks to Mart Kalm, former Rector and valued ELIA Board member, for a decade of dedicated service.