säilönnässä
Säilönnässä is a term used in Finnish-language discussions of cultural heritage and preservation. It refers to the practice and state of keeping both tangible artifacts and intangible knowledge accessible across generations. The concept encompasses archives, museums, libraries, and community-led initiatives that aim to safeguard memories, documents, objects, and traditions for future use.
Etymology aside from its everyday meaning of preservation, säilönnässä is formed from the root säilö, meaning
Context and use: Säilönnässä is often explored in the fields of archival science, museology, and folklore studies.
Significance and related terms: The idea emphasizes participatory and community-centered approaches to heritage, rather than solely