Muistitietoja
Muistitietoja is a Finnish term referring to information and knowledge derived from memory, often expressed as memories or recollections. In academic and cultural contexts, muistitietoja denotes data gathered from people’s personal experiences and memories, typically through interviews, reminiscences, or life histories. It is used to complement written records and archival materials by capturing everyday practices, events, and perspectives that may not be documented elsewhere.
In research, muistitietoja are collected through methods such as guided interviews, oral histories, and narrative interviews.
The value of muistitietoja lies in its ability to illuminate social history, cultural heritage, and the experiences
Etymologically, muistitieto combines muisti (memory) and tieto (information). The plural form muistitietoja is commonly used in