500 years of Estonian
book and written language
In 2025, it will be 500 years since the publication of the first book in Estonian, and thus, from Estonian Literature Day on January 30, 2025, until Mother Tongue Day on March 14, 2026, the Year of the Estonian Book will take place. During this period, the grand anniversary of the Estonian-language book and written Estonian will be celebrated with various exhibitions, events, and other activities. The website for the Year of the Estonian Book 2025 will be launched soon.
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book and written language
In 2025, it will be 500 years since the publication of the first book in Estonian, and thus, from Estonian Literature Day on January 30, 2025, until Mother Tongue Day on March 14, 2026, the Year of the Estonian Book will take place. During this period, the grand anniversary of the Estonian-language book and written Estonian will be celebrated with various exhibitions, events, and other activities. The website for the Year of the Estonian Book 2025 will be launched soon.
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Estonian Children’s Literature in Focus at the 62nd Bologna International Children’s Book Fair
From March 31 to April 3, 2025, the Bologna International Children’s Book Fair will take place in Italy, with Estonia as this year’s Guest of Honour. This event is also one of the key highlights of the Year of the Estonian Book. The opening day will be attended by the President of the Republic of Estonia, Alar Karis, and Minister of Culture, Heidy Purga.
Wall Calendar Dedicated to the Year of the Estonian Book from the Võru Institute
The Võru Institute's 2025 wall calendar: Book Wisdom. The calendar features various bookshelves from Võromaa and highlights written works from both distant and recent history.
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