Kalevala Day (Finland) – Elias Lonnrot, a country doctor, folklorist and philogogist compiled the Kalevala, Finland’s national epic in 1835. This day is observed country wide with lectures, parades, and recitations to honour him.
Source: www.multiculturalcalendars.com
Part of a posting series on multicultural events for 2009.
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