Árnastofnun

Árnastofnun is an Icelandic research and cultural institution focused on the Icelandic language, literature, manuscripts, names, and folklore. Its work spans research into language history, language and society, literary and cultural heritage, manuscript studies, and place names. The institution supports public access to knowledge through online dictionaries, digital text editions, language resources, manuscript and folklore collections, and searchable databases. Its website also provides language guidance and advice on Icelandic usage, place names, and country names.

Árnastofnun serves researchers, university communities, students, and the wider public. Its services include a library, study and research facilities, courses, grants information, and access to photographs, manuscripts, recordings, and documents. The institution also offers educational resources, school visits, lectures, exhibitions, publications, and public events. Based at Edda, it hosts cultural programs ranging from literary discussions and manuscript exhibitions to concerts and scholarly conferences. Through these activities and resources, Árnastofnun helps preserve Iceland’s linguistic and cultural heritage while making it accessible to learners, scholars, and the public in Iceland and abroad.