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European Heritage Label for Kalevala
In the spring of 2024, the Kalevala was awarded the European Heritage Label (EHL) by the European Commission. Since 2013, this label has been granted to sites within the European Union that play a key role in European history, culture, and integration.
Did you know this on SKS?
The word "kirjallisuus" was coined in 1831 for the name of SKS
How can we help?
Ask SKS
Do you need help with searching for information or finding materials about folklore, oral history, Finnish literature or cultural history?
Ask SKS is an information service which is run jointly by the archive and the library. You will get the best answer when you formulate your questions clearly and tell what purpose you are looking for information and what materials you have already found.
As a rule, our information service is free of charge.
You will receive a response to the e-mail address you provided within approximately one week.
Opening hours
Week 02
On the eves of holidays, SKS closes at 4 pm.
On holidays and weekends, SKS is closed.
Special Opening Hours:
22–23 Dec 2025 10 am–4 pm
24 Dec 2025–1 Jan 2026 closed
2–5 Jan 2026 10 am–4 pm
6 Jan 2026 closed
