European Heritage Day is celebrated throughout Europe every September. In Sweden the celebration takes place on the second Sunday in September, and is organised by the National Heritage Board.

On this day the focus is on Sweden's historic environments, cultural landscapes, heritage buildings and sites. The history of these places is also told and illustrated.

Anyone who wishes to organise an event in which the general public can participate, e.g. through visits and/or guided tours, is welcome to do so:

* Open up and display buildings and historic environments demonstrating the common Swedish-Finnish heritage in Sweden.

* Provide visitors with an opportunity to explore the history and traditions we share with Finland.

European Heritage Day in Sweden, Kulturhusens dag, 2009 was on Sunday 13th September. The theme was "Sweden-Finland, a shared history"

Illustration: Jenny Franke

Would you like to take part in European Heritage Day 2010?

If so, please send an email to khusdag@raa.se with the following details:

* Name of the event (or place)

* The place or site, and travel directions

* The time the event will take place

* The organiser(s)

* Contact details

* The programme (including content, arrangements, guided tours, etc)

Contact:

Maria Jansson - National coordinator for European Heritage Day