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State institutions that collect and preserve cultural and historical heritage appeared on the plane<\/a>t around 290 BC in Alexandria. Since then, they have become not only repositories of collections, but also the strongest educational center<\/a>s of the country. It is advisable to start acquaintance with it with a visit to art galleries, exhibitions of artifacts belonging to the country. Amazing expositions demonstrating life, historical events. The museums of Tallinn contain complete information about the life of people, show treasures carefully preserved for posterity. Among them are the following city<\/a> museums.<\/p>\n

Maritime Museum of Estonia<\/h2>\n

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The institution was organized on the initiative with the direct part<\/a>icipation of former captains, sailors in 1935. It received a permanent place in 1981 in the Tolstaya Margarita gun turret. The building has its own history<\/a> of over 500 years. The new exposition was located<\/a> in 2012 in the building of the Sea<\/a>plane Harbor. In the former sea<\/a>plane hangar, on the site of the permanent exhibition “Sea of \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200bInterest<\/a>ing”, there is a submarine “Lembit” of 1937. The hull of the oldest ship Maasilinna, found in the waters of the country. Seaplane “Short 184”, sea mines, a collection of cannons, sailboats, boats.<\/p>\n

There is a rest<\/a>aurant and shops on site. Specialized exhibitions, seminars, conferences on the topic of navigation are held. This piques the interest of the students. There is a working port nearby. It offers a look at the centennial icebreaker “Suur T\u00f5ll”, over 100 models of ships from different times. In separate expositions, auxiliary equipment for sea vessels, navigation charts, compasses are presented. Address: Vesilennuki, 1.<\/p>\n

Kumu Art Museum<\/h2>\n

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A place of storage, exhibitions, permanent and temporary exhibitions of works of art by Estonian masters working since the end of the 18th century. The works of the Soviet period contain works of socialist<\/a> realism, unofficial art. KUMU is an abbreviation for “KUnstiMUuseum” (art museum). The building was built according to the project of an Estonian architect in 2006. The architectural landmark is located on the edge of a cliff, decorated with copper elements that are in harmony with natural stone massifs.<\/p>\n

It houses the largest collection of works by foreign and Estonian artists in North<\/a>ern Europe<\/a>. The expositions of the National Gallery are built with a focus on different age groups. They store sculptures, paintings, modern installations with effects built using computer technology. In 2008, Kumu received the title of European Museum of the Year. Address<\/a> A. Weizenbergi tn 34.<\/p>\n

Vabamu Occupation and Freedom Museum<\/h2>\n

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For each country, freedom and independence are of value. On the way to its conquest, the people overcome a difficult historical struggle. Descendants will want to know her motives, ways, names of the heroes who defended the life of the Motherland. The permanent exhibition of elements that characterize Estonia's recent history<\/a> attracts visitors of all ages. An electronic guide in different languages \u200b\u200btells in detail about the stored materials. Including authentic memories of freedom fighters, rebels, collaborator<\/a>s. “Freedom” is presented in the form of a story of perseverance, survival, evil, cruel tragedies. The permanent exhibition consists of five parts: “Soviet Estonia”, “Freedom”.<\/p>\n

“Restoration”, “Inhumanity”, “In Exile”. The institution is located in the Old City, in the building where prison cells operated, an interrogation room, crimes were committed under the leadership of the KGB. Having learned the stories of crimes against humanity, you begin to evaluate freedom, independence, and justice differently. Address: center<\/a> of Tallinn.<\/p>\n

Health Museum<\/h2>\n

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The main wealth of the country is the health of the inhabitants. Throughout its existence, man has been looking for ways to prolong life, alleviate diseas<\/a>es, and the causes of their occurrence. Ancient people kept the secrets of medicinal potions of traditional medicine. Priceless teachings were created, which entered into practice, the experience of modern and traditional medicine. How a person works, what happens to his organs during illness, how to<\/a> make him a long-liver, it is proposed to learn from interesting expositions.<\/p>\n

Over 20 thousa<\/a>nd exhibits are located on two floors of the building on the territory of Old Tallinn. There is a permanent exhibition “Frankly about your body”. A specific room has been allocated for the accumulation of information on each individual body. It necessarily contains an interactive exhibit with the ability to touch it. The first study of the exhibitions takes place along with an acquaintance with the human skeleton, determining the location of all its organs.<\/p>\n

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Entertainment events allow you to check the reaction, choose<\/a> a new hairstyle due to the original photo<\/a>. On bright informative stands it is offered to read the maximum information about the history<\/a> of the development<\/a> of medicine in the country. Services for celebrations are organized in special halls, classes are held with schoolchildren<\/a>. Address: Tallinn, Lai 30.<\/p>\n

Estonian History<\/a> Museum<\/h2>\n

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11 thousa<\/a>nd years of the history of the native people, from the ancient period to the present, are presented in the State Historical Museum of the country. After the reconstruction in 2011, he acquired the possibilities of amazing interactive technologies. Thanks to them, there were proposals to effectively plunge into the world of art, history, traditions<\/a>, and culture of the native land. Live screens, quizzes, task<\/a>s, films, games present information in English and Estonian, captivate children<\/a> and adults with a variety.<\/p>\n

The exposition halls have been located in the historical building of the Great Guild since 1952. The Gothic building, erected in 1430, is conside<\/a>red a landmark of Tallinn and a worthy place to organize temporary, permanent exhibitions of historical artifacts. These are expositions “Strong in spirit”, “11000 years of Estonian history”, “Easy money”. The armory exhibits a variety of small arms. Visitors are offered to play on electronic devices. The appearance of the building has been preserved. The collection archive has been formed since 1842, starting from the collections of antiquities of the pharmacist Johann Burckhardt (he lived in 1776-1838).<\/p>\n

The institution received the status of a museum in 1940. In 1975, a part of the Maarjam\u00e4gi castle<\/a> was added to it, opening a branch in it with expositions covering the beginning of the 19th century. In the park next to the building there are monuments to the communists, whose activities are connected with the Estonian SSR. When visiting exhibitions, an audio guide in 6 languages \u200b\u200bis provided on a deposit with a subsequent return.<\/p>\n

Estonian Open Air Museum<\/h2>\n

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In the Rocca al Mare district of Tallinn there is a corner with a living history of Estonia. 74 wooden buildings, collected in the style of farms, the ancient settlements of the country, return visitors to a cozy, quiet agricultural country. It seems that you are about to smell delicious dishes of national cuisine, fragrant smoke will swirl over the roofs of houses and a car<\/a>t with a silent, obedient horse will creak. The life of Estonians in the west, north, south, island<\/a>s is shown from all sides. Churches, chapels, taverns, windmills, schools, shops, fishermen's houses and boats with equipment for catching fish come to life in peasant settlements (of which 14 farms have been formed).<\/p>\n

Inside the houses are furniture, kitchen utensils, tools, ancient jewelry, clothes. There are special halls for celebrations, weddings, banquets. All expositions are open in summer<\/a>. Near each house, guests are greeted by hospitable Estonians dressed in national clothes. In winter, the building of the Kuyo school, the Kolu tavern are open to the public. All year round, it is proposed to rush through the outskirts of “Ancient Estonia” on a horse-drawn cart, sleigh. List<\/a>en to many interesting stories about the ancient homeland, for example, to see on which island one of the oldest pines in the world<\/a> grows.<\/p>\n

Marzipan Museum<\/h2>\n

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The favorite delicacy of the Baltic peoples appeared in the Middle Ages in the form of a pharmaceutical preparation. It is difficult to say<\/a> in which country they began to make it first. In Estonia, factories for the production of fragrant sweets were opened by Georg Stude at the beginning of the 19th century. Now the “tasty” institution includes an exposition hall, a shop, a cafe and belongs to the Sweets House OU confectionery complex. Over 200 bright figurines made in ancient forms invite you to enter and try marzipans. They are made according to special recipes from specially ground almond flour, additives, powdered sugar.<\/p>\n

Special skill is necessary when coloring sweet products. At the request of visitors, the process can be done in the presence of the customer and according to his fantasy proposals. Figures of any shape are made from marzipan. There are almost natural flowers, animals, voluminous portraits of people, cakes, as tall as a person, on the windows. During the master class, it is proposed to sculpt and paint products on their own. It is difficult to refuse a child to visit an amazing place. Moreover, it is located next to the Town Hall Square at the address: Pikk Street, 40.<\/p>\n

Nuku Doll Museum<\/h2>\n

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This is not just a collection of dolls from different nations. Luxurious displays include puppets that have played specific roles in the Estonian Puppet Theatre. More than a hundred familiar models played in performances, performed on stages. The “oldest” doll in 2020 turned 82 years old. The scariest specimens (from fairy tales) are placed in the Panic Room. Unusual interactive galleries are located in the building of the historical center of Tallinn at Nunne Street 8. They appeared in 2010 and have become a clear reflection of theatrical history.<\/p>\n

During the excursions<\/a>, it is proposed to learn how the stage is arranged, to discover the secrets<\/a> of the stage arrangement of the puppet theater. Going down to the basement, it is proposed to list<\/a>en to the voices of living people who worked in the theater due to the work of a huge screen with unusual buttons. Not every daredevil dares to cross the glass bridge<\/a> next to the expositions. The institution has workshops and master classes. You can learn how to make a finger puppet, a puppet, a shadow theater character, a classic version of the product yourself. Get acquainted with the outfits, costumes of dolls, make them out of paper, metal. Perform the required make-up.<\/p>\n

Maryamyagi<\/h2>\n

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A memorial complex rises next to the ancient castle<\/a>. It includes historical monuments: Reconciliation Square, decorated in honor of the memory of the Ice Campaign. Military cemetery with graves of German, Soviet, Estonian soldiers who died in the battles of the Great Patriotic War. A modern architectural ensemble dedicated to the inhabitants of the country who became victims of political repressions and deportations. In 1960, the first object of a memorial monument appeared on the hillside. It was an obelisk of the future Reconciliation Square, 35 m high. Next to the stands there is a sculpture “Undying Flame” and an architectural composition “Dying Seagulls”.<\/p>\n

Their bronze bodies are pressed against dolomite rocks and form a gate to the Military Cemetery. During the Soviet Union, orchestras of parades and pioneer salutes sounded on the square. The new part of the architectural masterpiece, which opened in 2018, is striking in the flight of thought. It's called The Path and the Garden. Two black walls form a corridor (the Way) to death from the ruthlessness of the totalitarian system. 22 thousand names are written on the walls. At the end of the tunnel is an apple orchard. He plays the role of a symbol of memories of his native home, faith in a happy future.<\/p>\n

Kadriorg Art Museum<\/h2>\n

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In 1927, after a major reconstruction, the famous Kadriorg Baroque Palace<\/a> was opened. After the events of 1919, the sculpture workshop of Weizenberg settled in the building, exhibitions of artists of that time were held. The palace became the center of attraction for creative names. It was not surprising that the birth of a place where the works of foreign artists, and not only Estonian masters were exhibited, arose within these walls. Active museum activity began in 1946. The new birth of the institution took place after the restoration in 2000.<\/p>\n

It houses the largest collection of works of Western European, Russian art in the country. A separate exposition is dedicated to the items donated by Johannes Mikkel. It contains paintings, sculptures, graphics, porcelain items, and elements of applied art. The ceremonial halls, filled with rare exhibits, return the interior of the palace to its former splendor and grandeur. Together with the fascinating history of the palace and the park, they form an invaluable creative heritage and attract numerous tour<\/a>ists. Address: A. Weizenbergi 33.<\/p>\n

Museum of the Bank of Estonia<\/h2>\n

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Here you can exchange Estonian kroons, buy commemorative coins, original souvenirs<\/a>. This is the only point on the planet where Estonian kroons can still be exchanged for euros, or a damaged banknote can be replaced. Along with the usual banking operations, visitors are given the opportunity to plunge into the historical world of the appearance of money in the country. Play interactive games, learn the rules of asset management of the Central Bank, modern payment<\/a> methods<\/a>. Touch the activities of the bank and its role in the financial operations of the eurozone.<\/p>\n

The exposition of the permanent exhibition contains samples of authentic banknotes brought from all over the world. During the tour<\/a>, listen to stories about the methods of making money. Those who wish can learn to determine their authenticity. Halls with interesting<\/a> exhibits are located in the old, historical building of the credit society of the nobles of Estonia, erected in 1904. Rooms are reserved for them in the corner tower made of red brick. Visiting exhibitions is free of charge with the Tallinn Card.<\/p>\n

Estonian Museum of Natural History<\/h2>\n

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Many secrets of the geological life of Estonia. Its living, plant world, hidden river and sea mysteries are invited to learn from the expositions in the building, which stands not far from the famous Fat Margaret Tower. The main entrance gate of the building with the Loodusmuuseum sign appears after passing into the courtyard through a noticeable arch. Three floors are filled with elements of thematic exhibitions. On the interactive stand, among the stands with photo<\/a>graphs, it is proposed to learn in detail the features of the landscape. Clarify where the pine forest<\/a>s are noisy, and where almost impenetrable swamps doze.<\/p>\n

By the way, the country was included in the lists of the first inventors of tourist route<\/a>s laid in a special way through a living bog. An exhibition of mushrooms is held annually in the halls. This is not only interesting, but also useful. The younger generation sometimes cannot distinguish a pale grebe from a green russula. Life-size stuffed animals complement well the curricula of schoolchildren. Here it is proposed to see<\/a> bears, elks, wolves, foxes, learn everything about their life. A useful assistant in this will be an audio guide with four languages: Estonian, Finnish, English, Russian.<\/p>\n

Niguliste Museum<\/h2>\n

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In the western part of Old Tallinn rises the beautiful medieval Cathedral<\/a> of St. Nicholas or Niguliste Church. Since 1944, the sacral building has housed a rare collection of elements, works of art that adorned the ancient churches and monasteries<\/a> of the city. A rare altar made in the Old Dutch style according to the design of the local artist Sittov has been preserved here.
\nNumerous tombstones from medieval burials, Silver Room. It contains expositions of church silverware. The real treasure of the city is a fragment of Berte Notke's painting “Dance of Death”. It depicts a chain of people (starting with the Pope and ending with a baby) and dancing figures of Death, enticing people. A work created 5 centuries ago is relevant at all times of human existence.<\/p>\n

It is a pity that a fragment with 13 figures from a 30-meter canvas has been preserved. It is believed that the artist created two similar works, but one painting was lost during the war. The special properties of acoustics in the church helped to organize a concert hall in it. The magic<\/a>al power of the ancient building, the beauty of its decoration increases during music concerts. Address: Niguliste, 3.<\/p>\n

Estonian Museum of Modern Art<\/h2>\n

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Talent, creativity of artists of different generations was expressed in specific techniques, methods inherent in the passing time. There was always an alternative space for self-expression, the approval of new names. Contemporary art includes not only classical works of art, but also compositions aimed at the philosophical perception of art. There are museums that look like the original exhibition grounds. One is in the building of the old boiler house.<\/p>\n

There is an exhibition hall with original exhibits, a cafe. The renovated premises host exhibitions (5 international photo<\/a>graphy exhibitions have already taken place), experimental films are shown, and an art fair is held. Thematic seminars, meetings, conferences are held on the political influence on art, the consequences of climate chaos on the planet.<\/p>\n

Tallinn City Museum<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

All aspects of the life of the city, the historical stages of its development are reflected in permanent, temporary exhibitions. Since 1965 they have been located in the former trading house of the XIV century. It has preserved a salt cellar, a chimney, and a window frame. Acquaintance with numerous artifacts (there are almost 150,000 of them) is accompanied by modern musical accompaniment. Since 2001, the permanent exhibition “The City That Never Gets Prepared” has been running. It reflects the historical events of Tallinn. On the upper floors, with the help of modern displays, it is offered to watch live events that take place during wars, occupation, the birth of modern Estonia.<\/p>\n

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The online display was created from 3D virtual travel<\/a>s and photo<\/a>graphs. A separate exhibition is dedicated to the period of restoration of the country's independence. The institution unites 10 objects located near Tallinn. Among them are interesting galleries for children, collections of photographs, ancient fortifications of the city. Since 2016, an exhibition of decorative stones has been opened in one of the tunnels of the former bastion. Address: Vene Street, 17.<\/p>\n

Estonian Architecture Museum<\/h2>\n

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Each country has its own style of building construction, its own methods of implementing the ideas<\/a> of local architects. There are architectural complexes made of modern materials that amaze the world, become elements of imitation. Such masterpieces have an interesting history, surrounded by legends<\/a> and myths. Residents of all corners of the planet are trying to save them for posterity. Such a place in Tallinn was organized in 1991 on the territory of the medieval tower Loewenschede. After 5 years, the expositions moved to the former Rotermann salt warehouse.<\/p>\n

The collection consists of models of buildings erected by the architects of the country at different times. During the tour, it is proposed to learn the history of the formation of building achievements, the emergence of new trends in the architectural industry. Birth of discoveries, inventions in the construction field. In a separate exposition there are drawings, diagrams of famous buildings. Fine art exhibitions are constantly held here. The modern decoration of the halls was done using electronic methods.<\/p>\n

Estonian Fire Protection Museum<\/h2>\n

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Fire station buildings were among the first to appear on city streets. From here came help to people during a fire. Technical achievements, the development of new fire extinguishing methods were quickly reflected in the activities of this city service. In many places<\/a>, the buildings of the first firefighters have been preserved. They are decorated with interesting expositions of elements that have gone into the past (buckets, hooks). In Tallinn, such a place is the building of 1939, designed by the architect Herbert Johanson.<\/p>\n

The complex has a 32 m tower used for drying fire hoses. The exhibition contains elements of fire-fighting equipment, protective suits for rescuers, and a hand pump. The original proposal is the layout of a residential building during a fire. With the help of flashing bulbs, 27 places of frequent fires are indicated. This helps to explain to children the rules of fire safety in ordinary households. And it will be interesting for them to sit behind the wheel of a real fire truck. It is proposed to take part in an entertaining excursion<\/a> by pre-booking a trip.<\/p>\n

House-Museum of Peter I<\/h2>\n

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The appearance of the palace, Kadriorg park is connected with the name of the Russian Tsar Peter I. During the Northern War, he stayed in Reval (future Tallinn) 11 times. The plans of the king were to create a summer residence in the vicinity of the famous limestone Lasnam\u00e4e. The first step in fulfilling his dream was the purchase of a nondescript building on the territory of a local estate in 1714. The choice was made due to the views of the harbor, the sea, the ships that opened from the house.<\/p>\n

From here it was easy to observe enemy ships during the Northern War. In the future, the house was called “the old palace of Peter I.” By order of Emperor Alexander I, the oldest museum of Peter I in Tallinn was opened in the house (1806). The exposition includes a bedroom, a dining room, a living room, a basement and an attic, which were completed later. The interior of the rooms is decorated with things and furniture belonging to the royal family. The halls provide for various events. Address: Kadriorg, M\u00e4ekalda 2.<\/p>\n

Museum of Applied Arts<\/h2>\n

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While relax<\/a>ing in the resort<\/a>s of the Estonian coast of the Baltic Sea, sightseeing<\/a> trips, you want to get to know the ancient original culture of the country better. See the found and modern elements of applied art of local creators. They will best tell about life in this place on the planet. It is proposed to make such discoveries for yourself<\/a> when viewing the expositions in the premises of the former three-story warehouse for storing grain. The building of 1695 was considered one of the largest outbuildings in the city.<\/p>\n

Since 1980, it has housed over 15,000 exhibits of design elements and professional arts and crafts. Photographs, negatives, slides are shown separately. Arranged archive, rich library. The main exposition includes products made of ceramics, glass, metal, jewelry, numerous copies of old books. The institution often hosts thematic exhibitions and various events. Items from the applied art of Western European countries<\/a> made in the 18th and 19th centuries are presented separately. Address: Lai tn 17, next to the Town Hall Square.<\/p>\n

Kick-in-the-Blue<\/h2>\n

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The amazing place of Tallinn is filled with historical facts<\/a>, legends about two seemingly incompatible concepts: the history of coffee drinking and the emergence of powerful fortifications. This became possible due to the combination of three unique exhibition proposals: the gun tower, underground bastions, the Maiden's Tower cafe and structures in the form of the Overgate and Stable Towers.
\nThe culture of drinking coffee was not born immediately. The product was considered a delicacy and was available to the wealthy by special permission. It was possible to learn about its use by commoners only by looking into the kitchen from a great height. This is how the name of the New Tower “Kin-in-de-K\u00f6k” at the Harju Gate was born, or “look into the kitchen” in German. The main elements of the expositions of towers, underground corridors are the armor of knights of the Middle Ages, tools of different times.<\/p>\n

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Among them are rare specimens of cannons, real cannonballs. Special furnaces have been preserved in the powerful tower. They melted the kernels before use. Loopholes were opened for shelling from guns. Revealed secret passages in deep dungeons. During the tours<\/a>, it is offered to learn the history of the battles that took place near the tower. Enjoy a cup of great coffee, delicious treats in the Maiden's Tower. At the same time, admiring the unforgettable views of the surroundings of Tallinn.<\/p>\n

Museums of Tallinn on the map<\/h2>\n