The coffin of Queen Kaarina Maununtyttäri, who lived from 1550 to 1612, is set for examination, the first time this has occurred since 1867. A media briefing will take place on February 10 at Turku Cathedral at 12 PM, where the examination can be followed both live and through a textual update provided by the outlet. This event is part of preparations leading up to the exhibition set to open in 2028 at the Tampere Museum Centre Vapriikki, coinciding with the 460th anniversary of Kaarina Maununtyttäri's coronation.

The study aims to uncover new information about the life of the queen, utilizing modern bioarchaeological methods. These techniques are expected to reveal insights into Kaarina's health, nutrition during her childhood, physical appearance, and background. The investigation underscores a respect for the deceased and aims to maintain the peace of the burial site while still pursuing knowledge about this historical figure.

Kaarina Maununtyttäri is unique in that she is the only member of the Swedish royal family buried in Finland. This highlights the significance of the research not only for historical understanding but also for cultural heritage, as the findings will contribute to a greater appreciation of not just Kaarina's life but also her broader historical context in Finland and Sweden.