House of Peter the Great

Museum address:

Mäekalda 2, Tallinn

Entrance fee 1 EURO

Museum open during operating hours 18:00 - 23:00

Program

The House of Peter the Great is the oldest museum in Tallinn, opened in 1806. Its permanent exhibition, with a history spanning more than 200 years, features many well-preserved original objects used three centuries ago, alongside unique paintings and sculptures.

Visitors are invited to explore the permanent exhibition and discover the new temporary exhibition Tallinn’s Oldest Museum.

18:00–22:00 Sound Installation Tallinn’s Oldest Museum 

On Museum Night, House of Peter the Great comes alive with sounds. A sound installation created specially for this evening offers a new way to delve into the history of Tallinn’s oldest museum. Sounds and music blend with the house, creating a unique atmosphere and revealing hidden stories and secrets. Discover Peter I House’s history through this soundscape!

Sound artist: Aivo Akseli Simmo

22:00–23:00 Hour of Silence 

How does silence sound? 

At the end of an evening saturated with sounds and as a counterpoint to the Eurovision echoing across the city, Tallinn City Museum branches will turn off all sound installations during the final hour of Museum Night. This allows visitors to listen to the natural sounds of the historic buildings. 

We also invite visitors to turn off their devices, speak more quietly, and be considerate of those sensitive to noise. 

Accessibility information:

We are located in Kadriorg. As the building dates back to the 17th century, unfortunately wheelchair access is not available. 

By public transport

Trams: 1 and 3 (Kadriorg stop)

Buses: №1, 5, 8, 19, 29, 34, 38, 44, 51, 60 or 63 to Uus-Sadama or Poska stops, and №31, 39, 67 or 68 to the Kumu stop