Founded in 1963 and modernized in 2020, the museum is the largest in the Baltic States. It houses an impressive collection of trophies and cups, including:
· The Estonian national football team won the World Cup trophy in 1924.
· The Best Player of the Year award was given to Kristjan Kangur in ►
Founded in 1963 and modernized in 2020, the museum is the largest in the Baltic States. It houses an impressive collection of trophies and cups, including:
· The Estonian national football team won the World Cup trophy in 1924.
· The Best Player of the Year award was given to Kristjan Kangur in basketball in 2019.
· The Olympic gold medal won by Erki Nool in pole-vaulting in 2000.
The museum also features sports equipment used by famous Estonian athletes in major competitions, such as:
· The first wooden skis used by Estonian cross-country skiing champions.
· A jersey worn by an Estonian cyclist who won an Olympic medal.
· Original archival documents tracing the history of sport in Estonia, which could be considered rare. This could include rare finds like old stadium plans, unpublished athlete photos, and historical sports rules.
Visitors are invited on an interactive journey through time. Interactive exhibits bring visitors into the world of Estonian athletes and the thrill of competition.
Educational workshops, conferences and special events are offered. The exhibition "Sport and Politics" explores the intersection of sport and politics, from antiquity to the present day. It features artifacts, photographs, and videos tracing the history of sport as a tool for propaganda, diplomacy, and protest. The "Future of Sport" conference brings together experts from around the world to discuss the future of sport. Topics include the impact of technology, climate change, and inclusion. "Family Day", an annual event that offers fun and educational activities for the whole family. Activities will include games, sports demonstrations and meet-and-greets with athletes.
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