An overview of the school life of Estonian farmers’ children in the 19th century through the book Kevade (Spring) is displayed in the large exhibition hall of the main building. The story written by Palamuse-born writer Oskar Luts based on the memories of his school years is his most popular work and was first published in 1912. Most Estonians read this novella at school.
Schoolhouse
Welcome to the 19th century! In the schoolhouse, you can try out old school desks, write with a slate pencil, pen and ink and pretend to be a pupil of that time. Some schoolboys from more distant villages slept in this authentic and historic schoolhouse.
Exhibition hall
In addition to all kinds of fun activities, conferences, concerts, shows and celebratory events can be organised in the exhibition hall located on the second floor of the schoolhouse.
Open:
Mon-Sun 10.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.
Ticket sales ends half an hour before the closing of the museum.
Location: J.Kuperjanovi 1, Põltsamaa linn, Jõgevamaa, 48105
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