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    Truly authentic and lively  

    The Estonian Open Air Museum is located in the middle of a forest and by the sea, which probably makes it one of the museum’s with the cleanest and freshest air in Estonia.
    We encourage and teach people to value and responsibly preserve the rural heritage and appreciate the traditional way of life.  Our
    everyday operation is based on the principles of a     green museum.

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    We are open Tues-Sun!
    Buildings & Kolu Inn: 10-17
    Ticket office: 10-17
    Museum park: 10-19

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    Visit us

    We are open Tues-Sun!
    Buildings & Kolu Inn: 10-17
    Ticket office: 10-17
    Museum park: 10-19

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    • Winter season at the Open Air Museum

      The open air museum does not sleep during the winter season. It operates in a slightly more peaceful rhythm, but is surely not dull. It is a good place to be when you enjoy fresh air in the middle of a historic village.


      See the schedule here!

    • Free audio guide app NUMU 

      The app contains an audio guide for the whole exhibition and an adventurous orienteering game introducing our farms and Estonian history through playful characters.


      More information here!

    • New permanent exhibition ‘Every little step counts’!

      Make sure to visit the new family-friendly permanent exhibition ‘Every little step counts’ at the Estonian Open Air Museum.

      This exhibition intended for family exploration features games and activities through which children can learn what life on a farm was like in the old days and provokes discussion on whether we can learn something from our ancestors and what it could be.

      In addition, here you can see the animals traditionally kept on Estonian farms.

       

      More details here.

    • Horse-drawn carriage rides in the museum 

      Horses Horton and Teele take visitors on a ride. 


      The horse stop is located opposite the Kolu Tavern and horse-drawn carriage rides are available daily from 11:00 AM to 3:45 PM.


      Read more here.

    What's on

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    01.05.24 - 31.12.24
    Exhibitions

    Exhibition 'PÄRIMUSAASTARING'

    The photo exhibition 'PÄRIMUSAASTARING' gives a brief overview of past national holidays and related celebrations.
    29.09.24 - 22.04.25
    Events

    Winter season at the Open Air Museum

    It is a place to enjoy fresh air and time with your family in the middle of a historic village.

    Areas of activity

    Conservation and Digitization Centre Kanut

    Conservation, restoration and digitising
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    Education Centre of Kuie School

    Museum programmes, integration programmes and childern's camps.  
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    Kolu Inn

    Food and drink, venu hire
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    Centre of Rural Architecture

    Collections, research and heritage building
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    12.01.24

    Flying drones on the territory of the Estonian Open Air Museum.

    In order to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for museum visitors and local residents, it is necessary to adhere to some important points when flying a drone.
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    29.12.23

    What to do at the Estonian Open Air Museum in winter?

    At the Estonian Open Air Museum, there is plenty to do and discover even during the winter season. It's a great place to be if you want to spend time outdoors in the midst of a historical village.
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    18.03.22

    Free guided tours and museum visits for Ukrainians

    Estonian Open Air Museum offers free admission for all Ukrainian citizens and pre-booked guided tours for Ukrainian refugees. 

    The museum had free admission for Ukrainians until the year 2023.
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