Work on renewing the permanent exhibition at the Tartu City Museum was originally due to be completed in time for 2024, Tartu's year as European Capital of Culture. However, now the city has postponed the renewal for an unspecified period of time, citing a lack of available funds. The proposed construction of a new cultural center in the heart of Tartu, which is estimated to cost €90 million, remains firmly in the city's plans.
This summer, Estonia is celebrating the 30th anniversary of regaining its independence. The Tallinn Song Festival Grounds is preparing a permanent expedition in the Visitor Center and is collecting digital materials.
The center is collecting photos, films, videos, letters and articles connected to the events that took place in 1987 and 1988. The most interesting items will be shown in the permanent exhibition.
Items can be sent to info@lauluvaljak.ee until May 10 and the title should be Singing revolution .
The main curator of the exhibition is Helen Lausma-Saar. Co-curators are Marge Allandi, Riho Paramonov and Risto Lehiste. The center will open in the second half of 2021.