The Estonian Agricultural Museum has recently added a remarkable and heartwarming creation to its collection – The Tractor with a Little Bear. Built in 1993 by Kalju Simuland in Peedumäe, this one-of-a-kind tractor exemplifies the creativity and resourcefulness that helped sustain rural life in Estonia through the years. Kalju Simuland

Recently, our curator-researcher Mari-Liis Tammiste gave a presentation at the Tartu City Museum during Tartu City History Day. Her study focused on the profile and experiences of visitors to the exhibition “Washing Machine Made of Beetroot: Resourcefulness in the Countryside”. This exhibition, dedicated to the spirit of DIY, opened earlier

At Tori Horse Breeding Farm, visitors now have the exciting opportunity to admire the horse figures of legendary woodcarver Voldemar Luht. His captivating creations showcase everyday Estonian rural life with an extraordinary level of detail, bringing to life scenes of horses in both work and leisure. A Colorful Life and

On November the 2nd, Tori Horse Breeding Farm will host a historic event: the doors to Estonia’s largest indoor riding arena will open, and the very next day it will hold its first major show jumping competition. We invite everyone to come and witness this exciting day, promising top-level Estonian

A Unique Find in the Agricultural Museum Collection – The "Moonlighting" Soil Furrow Maker The Estonian Agricultural Museum has recently acquired a unique and fascinating exhibit – a soil furrow maker with an unusual backstory. This machine is more than just a tool; it tells the story of the inventive

On November 1, 2024, Tori Horse Breeding Farm will officially open Estonia’s largest indoor riding arena. The highlight of the evening will be a concert by the popular band Terminaator, open to all ticket holders from 8:00 PM onwards. The following day, on November 2, the arena will host its

On October 15th, a remarkable tractor will become part of the Estonian Agricultural Museum’s collection. This small but special machine, built in the early 1990s, tells a fascinating story of rural life and innovation in Estonia. While it may look modest, the tractor carries with it a piece of history

We are pleased to announce that Monika Levkin, a researcher at the Estonian Agricultural Museum, has published an insightful article titled “Estonians: A Potato Nation” on the international website Year on the Field. In the article, Monika explores the historical and cultural significance of the potato in Estonia, highlighting its

Autumn evenings are filled with charm and mystery, especially when enjoyed with good music and delicious food. We invite you to join us for a special concert-dinner in the historic C.R. Jakobson Farm Museum barn, where beloved musicians Inga and Toomas Lunge will perform. Wonderful Performers Inga Lunge, best known

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming international conference “Sustainability in Practice: DIY Repair, Reuse and Innovation”, which will take place from October 30 to November 2 at the Estonian National Museum. The conference is organized by the Estonian National Museum in collaboration with the Peedist Pesumasin exhibition, curated by