The development of the Patarei Memorial Museum for the Victims of Communism has entered the second phase of implementing its permanent exhibition. During this stage, the exhibition developed through the planning and design process will begin to take physical form in Patarei’s historic premises.
The permanent exhibition will cover approximately 3,700 square metres. The second phase includes the detailed design and production of exhibition elements, as well as the delivery of exhibits, display cases, structures and other furnishings.
The work also comprises installation and assembly, together with the testing, configuration and commissioning of technical and audiovisual solutions.
The interior architectural design of the Patarei Museum was created by KOKO Architects. The creative director of the exhibition is film director and screenwriter Martti Helde, while the exhibition is being produced and installed by MOTOR and ATEA.
The beginning of this phase marks an important milestone on the way to completing the museum. The extensive and multi-layered permanent exhibition will address the crimes committed by communist regimes, their impact on individuals, families and societies, and the enduring value of freedom and human dignity.
The historic Patarei complex is one of the most powerful symbols of communist terror in Estonia. The new museum will present the experiences of Estonia and other countries subjected to communist regimes, while preserving the memory of the victims for future generations.
The Patarei Memorial Museum for the Victims of Communism will open on 14 June 2027. The Estonian Institute of Historical Memory will continue to provide regular updates on the progress of the construction and exhibition work.
