Ants Laikmaa (05.05.1866–19.11.1942) was one of the most colourful personalities of Estonian art, having gained prominence both as a portrait painter and a landscape artist. His favourite technique was pastel. In 1917 here, on the Tammiku Farm land in the village of Kadarpiku, Ants Laikmaa began the building of a new home. In 1932 the artist closed down his studio-school in Tallinn and moved to this parish of Taebla. His house was completed, built in a folk-romantic style, unique for Estonia at that time. In 1960 it was opened to the public as a museum, showcasing Ants Laikmaa’s studio, living and working quarters. Take a walk in the picturesque park and visit the artist’s final resting place at his home farm.
Ants Laikmaa museum
Museum is open wednesday – sunday 11.00-17.00
Phone:
472 9756
E-mail:
laikmaa@salm.ee
Address:
Kadarpiku küla, Lääne-Nigula vald, Läänemaa, 90804
Ticket:
5 € / 4 €
Visit us
In addition to the regular visit to artist’s home and park, it is possible to book a guided tour for a group or forest-bathing for an individual visitor. Contact laikmaa(ät)salm.ee
Guided tour for groups
The tour in English takes place in Ants Laikmaa’s house and in the well-maintained park. During the excursion, the artist’s life and unique home will be introduced.
Duration: 1 hour
Price 50€ plus museum ticket 4€ for each participant
Forest-bathing for individual visitors
Forest bathing is a practice of walking in a natural environment while being concious about your surroundings. You’ll be guided on how to be mindful while walking alone through the alleys planted by artist Ants Laikmaa.
Duration: as long as you wish
Price: 8€ includes museum ticket