Anija mõis

About the museum

The first references to Anija manor in its present location date from 1482, when it belonged to Herman Soye and a stone fortified residence, a so-called vassal castle, was built there. Some of its walls survive in the cellar of the present manor house. The manor takes its name from the Hanijõgi river, and geese (hanes) also appear on the coat of arms of Anija rural municipality.

The present two-storey late-baroque manor house was built during the ownership of Matthias Georg Staël von Holstein in 1796–1801. Later the manor belonged to the von Ungern-Sternbergs and to Marie von Wahl, and in 1919 it was nationalised. In 1924–1975 and 1990–2002 a primary school operated in the main building.

In 2019–2020 the manor complex was restored. In the manor house an experience-based permanent exhibition, “Mõisa aja lugu”, has been set up, based on the research of art historian Juhan Maiste. In the manor park there is a two-kilometre learning trail, “Meelte ja kogemuste tee” (Path of the Senses and Experiences), an event centre in a former barn, and the manor café.

Highlights

• Permanent exhibition “Mõisa aja lugu” on two floors
• Restored manor house from the late 18th century
• Learning trail “Meelte ja kogemuste tee” (Path of the Senses and Experiences) in the manor park
• Anija Mõisakohwik café and manor souvenir shop

Permanent exhibition

• Mõisa aja lugu – An experience-based permanent exhibition on two floors of the manor house: manor life, manor managers, nobles and peasants, based on Juhan Maiste’s research; a guide in the form of a historical figure.

Operated by

Anija vald

Admission & discounts

Admission is free with the museum card. Payment is possible in cash and by card.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The manor house can be entered by wheelchair via a ramp, and the permanent exhibition on the ground floor is accessible by wheelchair. The first floor is not wheelchair accessible, but the guided tour of the first floor is recorded on a tablet in several languages with video material. There is an accessible toilet. The exhibition includes elements that can be perceived by hearing, smell and touch; the text size is at least 22 points in Estonian and at least 18 points in other languages. The barn event centre is wheelchair accessible; the park paths have fine gravel.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Kids’ birthday parties

Children’s birthday parties, visit programmes and workshops in the craft room.

Getting there & parking

About half an hour’s drive from Tallinn.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop

Anija Mõisakohwik café and the manor souvenir shop.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events
• Weddings / ceremonies

Weddings, parties, seminars and conferences in the manor salons, halls and the barn event centre; accommodation in the manor house for up to 12 people.

Plan your visit