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Discover the Night: Top 10 Museum After-Hours Experiences Spanning Estonia

Museums and cultural sites across Estonia will throw open their doors in the evening of May 17, marking the start of the country-wide Museum Night celebration. This cherished yearly event invites a multitude of visitors to explore these institutions and immerse themselves in the country's rich...

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All through the night of May 17th, around 200 Estonian museums and cultural centers will throw open...
All through the night of May 17th, around 200 Estonian museums and cultural centers will throw open their doors, inviting multitudes of visitors to partake in the yearly tradition of Museum Night. This beloved national event sees tens of thousands explore the country's rich cultural offerings.

Discover the Night: Top 10 Museum After-Hours Experiences Spanning Estonia

Experience Estonia After Dark: Top Picks for Museum Night 2023!

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Get ready for an unforgettable night as Estonia opens the doors of over 200 museums and cultural institutions for Museum Night! This much-loved annual event, taking place on May 17, promises to be a countrywide celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Here's our list of top 10 must-see experiences:

🗃 Barbies from Maivi Kärginen-Kivi's Personal Collection📍 Katusepapi 35, Tallinn (La Vida Loca Tango Salon) Step into a world of glitter and nostalgia, featuring 400+ Barbie dolls—from vintage porcelain classics to the characters from the recent Barbie movie. Prepare for literary-themed Barbies such as Maya Angelou, a kid's corner, and playtime with dolls and Barbie books in Estonian. (A fun and colorful stop for families and doll enthusiasts!) 🗺️ Website

🚌 Tallinn Bus Station Party📍 Tallinna Bussijaam, Lastekodu 46 Tallinn - from 18.00 Get ready for a vintage bus ride extravaganza! Join in the festivities with free retro bus rides, pop-up exhibitions, book giveaways, live performances, street food, drinks, an afterparty, and even a donation corner for the Children's Foundation of the UT Hospital. 🎉 Website

🥂 The Gin Lover's Dream at TOHI Distillery📍 Viljandi highway 43, Kohil - from 19.00 Just 30 minutes from Tallinn, TOHI opens its doors for a gin-themed adventure. Learn about distilling techniques, tour the old vodka cellar, and taste handmade gin. Entry is €1, with tours happening every half hour. Registration is required. 🗺️ Website

🌌 Stalker Theme Park: A Cult Classic Experience📍 Joala 23c, Narva - from 18.00 Are you a fan of Tarkovsky's "Stalker"? Discover this atmospheric museum located in an old cotton warehouse and immerse yourself in local artists' installations, cinematic vibes, and hourly tours for only €1. 🎉 Website

🏰 Magical Nights at Sillamae Museum📍 Kajaka 17a, Sillamae - from 18.00 Dive into a world of magic with storytelling, riddles, puppet theatre, VR dystopias, and guided tours both in Russian and Estonian. Entry is free, and spots for workshops may be limited. 🎉 Website

🇱🇻 Crossing Borders: Valka Museum in Valga📍 Vabaduse 8, Valga - from 18.00 Experience a fusion of Estonian and Latvian culture through bus tours, craft workshops, literary exhibitions, and guided tours in both languages. Highlights for families include story time, a cross-border train ride, quizzes, and a search game with prizes. 🎉 Website

🐴 Fairy-tale Evenings at Anija Manor📍 Kehra tee 8, Anija - from 12.00 A full day of family-friendly activities awaits, featuring a permanent exhibition, guided tours, and a charming book-themed handicraft workshop. Don't miss the opportunity to partake in crafts and carriage rides (fee required). 🎉 Website

🏰 Medieval Magic at Alatskivi Castle📍 Lossi 6, Alatskivi - from 18.00 Experience a storybook evening with kids' activities such as crown-making, shield-painting, and costume-friendly adventures. Adults can explore the castle on a free guided tour at 19:00 while the on-site restaurant and pottery workshop (extra fees may apply) add to the magical charm. 🎉 Website

🏍️ MotoNurk Museum: A Paradise for Motor Lovers📍 Vestervalli 17°, Narva - from 12.00 Discover vintage vehicles, car literature, and live DJs. You might even catch a classic car meet-up, a book signing with author Mati Laos, and guided tours in Estonian and Russian. 🎉 Website

🐄 Kurgja Farm Museum: Books, Animals, and Romance📍 Kurgja village - from 17.30 Step into a tranquil escape and get reconnected with nature. Admire the farm, garden, and riverbank, explore themed "nests," join a book display on Carl Robert Jakobson's treasures, and unwind in the cozy romance corner. 🎉 Website

🎨 Bonus Tip: Paint Your Own Marzipan at Maiasmokk Café📍 Pikk 16, Tallinn - from 16.00 Unleash your creativity for only €8.40! No booking needed. Create a unique marzipan souvenir to end your evening. 🎉 Website

From whimsical castles and retro bus parties to quiet literary corners and hands-on family fun, Museum Night promises a countrywide adventure you won't want to miss! It's not just a night at the museum—it's an unforgettable celebration of Estonia's vibrant cultural scene. 🎉 Share 🎉 Tweet 🎉 LinkedIn 🎉 **Email 🎉

  1. Delve into the Estonian world of fashion-and-beauty as you create your own marzipan souvenir at Maiasmokk Café in Tallinn during Museum Night.
  2. Indulge in food-and-drink offerings at TOHI Distillery, just 30 minutes from Tallinn, while exploring the gin-themed adventure during Museum Night.
  3. Immerse yourself in the Estonian lifestyle at the Tallinn Bus Station Party, an all-night celebration taking place in the heart of the city during Museum Night.
  4. Step into the home-and-garden setting of the Kurgja Farm Museum to reconnect with nature and unwind during Museum Night.
  5. Traverse cultural borders and explore Estonian and Latvian fusion at Valka Museum in Valga during Museum Night.

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