Photo Museum, Photography museum in Kesklinna district, Tallinn, Estonia
The museum occupies two connected medieval buildings, including a former prison structure dating from the early fourteenth century at Raekoja street number six.
The structure underwent extensive reconstruction between 1441 and 1442, with architectural plans preserved in the Tallinn City Archives documenting the modifications to the prison building.
The permanent collection presents Estonian photography from 1840 to 1900, featuring works by national photographers and the progression of camera technology through time.
The museum welcomes visitors from Thursday through Tuesday, with extended hours until 18:00 during summer months and shorter hours until 17:00 in winter season.
The collection maintains photographic records of Tallinn starting from 1860, documenting changes in urban landscapes and inhabitants across different historical periods.
Location: Kesklinna linnaosa
Location: Tallinn
Address: 4 Raekoja 10146 Tallinn
Opening Hours: marzo-octubre Jueves-Martes 10:30-18:00; noviembre-febrero Jueves-Martes 10:30-17:00
Phone: +3726448767
Website: https://linnamuuseum.ee/fotomuuseum
GPS coordinates: 59.43686,24.74542
Latest update: March 5, 2025 05:53
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