6 Specialty Museums in Rapla County That You Shouldn't Miss

Composer Raimond Valgre (1913-1949) lives in the hearts of every Estonian. Everyone has a slightly different take on the man, but almost all see him as a dreamer, a romantic, talented through and through and completely dedicated to music - of which he is a creator of magical melodies. Musicals, plays and films have been made about him; books have been written about him; monuments have been dedicated to him; and his songs are always being sung. Valgre's contribution to Estonian music and his connections to Rapla, where he spent his childhood years, gave rise to the idea of the Raimond Valgre Museum. Here you can find out all about his life and work, while his famous songs play in the background.

Mahtra Peasant Museum displays everyday items and tools from 19th century, and the 1858 war of Mahtra with it's background and happenings. Atla-Eeru tavern, where various thematic events are held, is a part of the Museum. Good to know:·Here various exhibitions and workshops wait for you!·Atla-Eeru tavern is the only original peasant tavern in Estonia. ·In Atla-Eeru tavern you can bake your own bread!·Here you can celebrate the old folk feast days!

The Hageri museum is in an old wooden building which fits in perfectly with its village and parish setting. The pharmacy displays you will see form part of the museum, which has a permanent exhibition of the life of a country pharmacist. Did you know…?*A pharmacy has operated here for almost 100 years*The pharmacy has its own herb garden, which visitors are welcome to take a look around*The museum hosts a variety of exhibitions

Linda Raus (née Portsmuth) was a folk artist with an extraordinary range: she played the saxophone and accordion; staged operettas and plays; conducted choirs; taught hundreds of people folk dances; was the director of county and national folk festivals; and penned and directed dozens of performances.Did you know…?*This room provides a concise overview of the life’s work of Linda Raus*Lessons are held here every Tuesday at which you will meet some very interesting characters

Jarvakandi is the glass capital of Estonia. Its glass museum is located at the place of residence of an old glass master. Here you can find out about the history of the glass industry not only in Jarvakandi, but Estonia as a whole. Did you know…?*The first glass workshop was constructed in Jarvakandi in 1879*Come and try pouring molten glass with your own hand at the museum workshop!*Discover the basics of glass making and about the methods and technology involved in lessons at the museum*Various exhibits are on display in the new exhibition building of the museum

In a museum established by a home inspector and wildlife protector Aleksei Parnabas in 1982, You can explore the life and manners of Velise township from XIX century to modern days.In an exposition barn (renovated farm barn) You can watch temporary exhibitions. Museum has a 17 ha territory, where You can study almost 200 different kinds of trees and bushes. If You order in advance, You can ride a horse or a carriage. Come and take part in different theme-days - bake bread or study natural calendar holidays. You can also go to Velise educational track from the museum and familiarize yourself with local nature and culture.