04.02.24
Events
Candlemas Day
Candlemas Day February 4th, 11:00-16:00
Candlemas Day is the first bigger women’s holiday in winter. On this day women paid visit to each other or went to the inn and men had to take care of all the household chores. As on other women's holidays, it was important to drink a red drink to ensure rosy cheeks for the rest of the year.
On February 4th, we celebrate Candlemas Day at the Estonian Open Air Museum.
At Kolga Farm, the exhibition 'Every Small Step Counts' reveals what animals give us, and you can visit the barn at 11:00, 13:00, and 15:00 with the hostess (group size is limited).
At the classroom of Kuie school candle rings are crafted from natural materials.
In the Kolkhoz apartment building the housewife teaches you how to make candles from lamb fat.
At the Peipus Russian dwelling you can try rolling candles from beeswax (cost 3 €).
From Lau shop you can purchase sweets, red drink for the ladies and other fascinating goods.
At Härjapea Farm, pouch pockets are sewn, as using a needle on Candlemas Day was thought to keep wolves away from the herd in summer.
In the Setu Farm, pig's ears are baked.
Kolu Inn offers hearty Estonian dishes.
Events
23.04.24 - 28.09.24
Events
Summer season
Come to the open air museum
where you will be able to learn to notice and care about nature, value old
customs, do some simple types of farm work as well as share moments of leisure
and enjoy life with your loved ones.
01.05.24 - 31.12.24
Exhibitions
Exhibition 'PÄRIMUSAASTARING'
The photo exhibition 'PÄRIMUSAASTARING' gives a brief overview of past national holidays and related celebrations.
17.05.24 - 29.09.24
Exhibitions
The exhibition "FLAX"
The exhibition "LINA" tells the story of traditional flax cultivation in Estonia and the long journey of flax from the old-time farm fields to the modern boutique.
01.06.24 - 31.08.24
Events
Dance performances of the Folklore Society Leigarid
Accompanied by live music, a celebration which is different every time is born from the combination of traditional dances, songs, games and instrumental music.