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80 years have passed since the first Moomin story, The Moomins and the Great Flood, was published in 1945.  Penned by Tove Jansson during WWII as a fairytale to comfort herself during dark times, it mirrors the realities of millions of displaced people seeking refuge. Following Moominmamma and Moomintroll’s quest to find a new home and the missing Moominpappa, the story lands in what will become known as Moominvalley. There stands a tall blue house – a joyful place where everyone is welcome, whoever they are, whenever they come. The Moominhouse is a symbol of security, shelter and a sense of belonging. These are universal needs. Timeless needs. They are as true today as they were 80 years ago.
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Moomin by Arabia and the Red Cross have collaborated globally on an initiative that celebrates friendship and kindness. The collection features original illustrations byTove Jansson for the Finnish Red Cross from 1963.
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