Arhiivid
Arhiivid, Estonian for archives, denote organized collections of records created or received by individuals, families, organizations, or institutions in the course of activities and preserved for their documentary value. Arhiivid may be public, such as national or municipal archives, or private, including business records, personal papers, and associations. They document decisions, actions, and events and serve accountability, legal, historical, and research purposes.
In Estonia, archival work is governed by the Archives Act. The National Archives of Estonia (Rahvusarhiiv) coordinates
Typical archival activities include appraisal, arrangement, and description; reference services; and preservation. Descriptions commonly employ international
Arhiivid contribute to culture, memory, and research, sustaining public memory and aiding administrative transparency. They continue