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In December, the museum’s opening hours differ slightly from the usual schedule.

From 24 to 26 November, the education curators of the University of Tartu Museum visited the Turaida Museum Reserve, where they participated in workshops and a seminar to share experiences and develop museum accessibility.

Director of the University of Tartu Museum, Mariann Raisma, and Head of the Education Department, Tiiu Kreegipuu, will participate in a meeting of European Heritage Label sites taking place on 6–7 November in Latvia at the Turaida Museum Reserve.

The exhibition will remain open at the University of Tartu Art Museum until May 17, 2026.

This week, barriers will be installed around the ruins of the Tartu Cathedral to prevent movement in the immediate vicinity of the ruins. The condition of the cathedral ruins has gradually deteriorated over the years, and it may not be safe to be under or near the walls of the ruins.

During the renovation, exhibitions remain partially open and admission is €5 for all visitors.

On Wednesday, 27 August, the governments of Estonia and Latvia meet in Tartu for their second joint session to discuss their cooperation and the region’s future. Rector Toomas Asser will welcome the delegations. The session and the press conference with the prime ministers of both countries take place at the University of Tartu Museum.

Toomkiriku ümbruses asuvad välinäitus tutvustab nii keskaegse Eesti suurima katedraali lugu, kui ka ülikoolilinnaku kujunemisele lugu.

UT Museum has outdoor exhibitions at Toomemägi, which can be visited free of charge at any time.

Tartu tähetornis on avatud põgenemistuba „Kadunud teleskoobi müsteerium“

University of Tartu Museum offers graduates the chance to take photos of their special day in the cathedral towers

An exhibition opening in February presents the signs of power in the University Assembly Hall.

The 2024 Christmas card was created by Elise Nigul, a prop and stage designer and alumna of Viljandi Culture Academy of the University of Tartu.

Lighting artwork illuminating Tartu Cathedral won international recognition.

Today, on 21 November, at 16:00, Rector Toomas Asser presented the university’s honorary decorations at the ceremony in the assembly hall.

Starting on 25 November, the digital archive of the University of Tartu in DSpace will be called ADA. With the new name, the archive will also have a fresh homepage design that aligns with the design of the university’s website.

On 25 October, the University of Tartu senate decided to award the University of Tartu Grand Medal to Professor of International Business Urmas Varblane. Also, the recipients of the University of Tartu Star of Appreciation, Medal, Badge of Distinction and the decoration “100 Semesters at the University of Tartu” have been announced.

Until 31 October, nominations can be submitted for the “Contribution to Estonian National Identity” award.