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National Archives of Iceland
Agency overview
FormedApril 3, 1882; 142 years ago (1882-04-03)
HeadquartersLaugavegur 162, IS-105 Reykjavík, Iceland.
Employees25+
Websiteskjalasafn.is

The National Archives of Iceland (Icelandic: Þjóðskjalasafn Íslands [ˈθjouðˌscaːlaˌsapn ˈistlan(t)s]) is the national archive of Iceland, located in Reykjavík. The National Archives, holding materials on Icelandic history from the era of the sagas in the 12th century to present, contributes greatly to historical research on the rights and role of Icelandic society.[1]

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