Song Festival Museum

About

The museum that was opened in 2007 and is located on Jaama Street 14, in the old residence of the Estonian society "Vanemuine". The main attraction and the soul of the museum is to be called "Carrying own tune", an exhibition that tells the story of the legendary and world famous Estonian song festival tradition, conveys the feelings of a national awakening and the formation of a nation. The Classical building from the first half of the 19th century is listed as a cultural monument and holds great importance in our cultural history. It was here on 24 June 1870 that a popular play by Lydia Koidula, Saaremaa Onupoeg, was performed, paving the way for the foundation of Estonian theatre.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 30 minutes