Library

The library of Finnish Institute for Children’s Literature is a national special library open for everyone. A comprehensive collection of Finnish literature for children and youth as well as research literature is within your reach. Many titles are available for borrowing. We offer information and new experiences for anyone interested in children’s and youth literature, and we are happy to help with your inquiries. See our collection at the Onnet database: lastenkirjainstituutti.fi/onnet

Special Collections

In addition to the general collection, our library houses several special collections. These include, among others, Tove Jansson’s Home Library Collection, Tuulikki Pietilä’s collection of adventure literature and a collection of research on H. C. Andersen.

Library opening hours and contact info

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