Private archives

In addition to archives of the authorities, the National Archives Service holds private archives. These are a complement making it possible to get a fuller picture of the Finnish society.

The National Archives Service holds private archives that are of national importance. The types of archives held include those belonging to:

• important politicians and opinion leaders in society
• leading public servants
• important researchers and cultural individuals
• families that have been influential in various sectors
• historical manor houses
• the central management of national organisations
• archives documenting important social phenomena.