Kumu, Art museum in Kadriorg, Tallinn, Estonia
Kumu is an art museum in Kadriorg with exhibitions of Estonian art spanning three centuries, arranged across multiple floors and including contemporary works. The building houses both permanent collections and temporary exhibitions covering different artistic periods and movements.
The original art museum opened in Kadriorg Palace in 1921, before the new Kumu building opened in 2006. The move marked an important moment in housing Estonia's artistic heritage in a purpose-built contemporary space.
The museum shows how Estonian artists have expressed their country and experiences through different historical periods. The works on display reflect artistic voices during times of foreign rule and moments of independence.
The building sits beside Kadriorg Park and is easily accessible through multiple entrances, with stairs and elevators inside. Visitors should dress appropriately for indoor browsing, as exhibition spaces maintain controlled temperatures following conservation standards.
The architect built the structure into a limestone hill, with sections of the museum underground that blend with the hillside. This approach created an unexpected conversation between modern design and the natural topography of the site.
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