Vanemuine Cultural Society

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Vanemuine Cultural Society (Estonian: Vanemuine) is an Estonian cultural organization.^[1]

The society was established on 24 June 1865 by the initiative of Johann Voldemar Jannsen. At the beginning, the society focused on choir music.^[1]

In 1869, first Estonian Song Festival took place and the festival was organized by the society.^[1]

In 1870, first theatrical activities were taken place. These activities were the start of Estonian-language theatre.^[1]

In 1940, the society was closed.^[1]

In 1944, the society's buildings were destroyed due to military activity.^[1]

On 28 October 1994, the society re-established.^[1]

As of 2005, the society has 140 members.^[1]

See also[edit]

• Endla (organization)

References[edit]

External links[edit]

• Official website