Käsmu—Maritime Realm Through Generations
SATURDAY 06 JULY
Day of Captains
08-11 a.m.
Therapeutic forest walks with breakfast on the beach
Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills to get the most out of the forest experience for their physical and mental wellbeing. We will do various breathing and meditation exercises. Your guide will be Mari-Liis Vohli.
Participation fee is EUR 30.
10-11 a.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
Käsmu Maritime Museum was founded in 1993 as a private museum.
The Museum’s focus lies on the history of the captains’ village—Käsmu Maritime School, shipbuilding, genealogical records of captains, and historical photographs of the glory days of seafaring in Käsmu.
The exhibits reflect the local focus on the sea—seafaring, fishing, and the daily life of the coastal community in general.
12-1 p.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
12 p.m.
Opening of the exhibition of the art by Kristel Luiga “Magical Käsmu”. Yard of Pällu Farm
1-2 p.m.
Opening of the Ship’s Wheel and procession to the Community Centre. Entry to the village.
Ship’s wheel has been one of the symbols of Käsmu.
To acknowledge this, we are opening an installation called “Ship’s Wheel of One Summer” at the entry to the village to welcome all our residents and guests on their arrival to Käsmu. Afterwards, we will walk together to the Community Centre.
The Lahemaa folk musicians accompany the procession with their bagpipes and accordions.
2-2.30 p.m.
Flag hoisting ceremony. In front of the Community Centre.
3-4 p.m.
Käsmu Maritime Realm. Community Centre.
Over the 19th and 20th centuries, Käsmu evolved into the leader of seafaring in Northern Estonia. The story of this transformation and the consequent achievements will be told by the Head of the Estonian Maritime Museum Urmas Dresen who is also one of the authors of the book “Käsmu Maritime Realm”, published in 2021.
4-5 p.m.
Creative Käsmu. Garden of the Writers’ House.
For centuries, Käsmu has been a favourite holiday spot for innumerable writers and artists. Creative Käsmu brings together Estonian writers and artists who have holidayed here and found inspiration for their work.
Moderated by Tiit Pruuli.
4-5.30 p.m.
Walks around the village, accompanied by stories of its history and daily life
Local guides take you on a pleasant walk around the village.
5.30-6 p.m.
Presentation of the reprint of the children’s book “Une-Mati rannakülas”
5-6 p.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
6-7 p.m.
Light-hearted quiz “Käsmu: The Magic of Sea and Forest”. Community Centre.
Teams of up to 5 members are welcome to take part. Magnificent prizes await the knowledgeable.
Hosted by Neeme Kuningas.
8 p.m.
Anniversary dance party with a live band. Around the village swing.
Manija Poisid from Manilaid Island will play well-loved tunes for the enjoyment of dancers and simply onlookers.
SUNDAY 7 JULY
Day of Congregation
8-10 a.m.
Birdwatching. Starts in front of Käsmu shop.
Over the years, Mr. Peep Vaidla has brought hundreds of musicians from Estonia and wider world to Käsmu to sing and perform, but this time he introduces us to these winged musicians who sing to us every day, but sadly we cant name many of them. Peep can.
10-11 a.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lecture on the history of Käsmu from the very beginning. Church.
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Crafting contest for children. Playground.
12-1 p.m.
Organ concert. Church.
The organ in Käsmu church is a contender for the oldest organ in continental Estonia. The oldest parts of the instrument were built by the organ master Johannes Paul originally for the St Nicholas Church in Tallinn in 1613.
The organ was restored into full working order in 2011.
1-2 p.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
1-2.30 p.m.
Walks around the village, accompanied by stories of its history and daily life.
2-3 p.m.
Children’s hour with Heiki Vilep. Playground.
Heiki Vilep is a writer and musician who has published many delightful children’s books. He will tell fun stories to children.
3-4 p.m.
Sunday service. Church.
4-5 p.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
5-6 p.m.
Concert by MUBA saxophone students of Professor Olavi Kasemaa. Church.
Professor Olavi Kasemaa is a renowned saxophone player as well as the founder and developer of the Estonian school of saxophone. His teaching methods have taken the instruction of saxophone in music schools to a new level. His students have won numerous prizes in international competitions.
7-9 p.m.
Käsmu on film. Community Centre.
Marianna Kaat is one of the shining stars of our nation as a film producer and director. She has put together a portrait of Käsmu through movies and newsreels.
MONDAY 8 JULY
Day of Children
8-11 a.m.
Therapeutic forest walks with breakfast on the beach
Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills to get the most out of the forest experience for their physical and mental wellbeing. We will do various breathing and meditation exercises.
Your guide will be Mari-Liis Vohli.
Participation fee is EUR 30.
10-11 a.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Safety at sea for children. Harbour.
Käsmu Maritime Rescue will teach children safety at sea.
1-2 p.m.
Photo exhibition “Through Polar Regions on S/Y Bellingshausen”. Shop hall.
In September 2023, S/Y Admiral Bellingshausen made history by becoming the first sailing yacht to pass through the Northwest passage under the Estonian flag. The achievement is made even more exciting by the fact that many men and women from Käsmu took part in the trip.
Expedition leader Tiit Pruuli will talk about the photos.
2 p.m.-4p.m.
Sailing for children. Harbour.
Sailing course for children under the guidance of the experienced teachers of the Käsmu Bay Sailing School.
Organised by Maris Pruuli.
2-4 p.m.
Orienteering for families. Start in front of the Community Centre.
3-4 p.m.
Tour of Käsmu Maritime Museum
4-5.30 p.m.
Walks around the village, accompanied by stories of its history and daily life
Local guides take you on a pleasant walk around the village.
5-6 p.m.
Children’s hour with Indrek Koff. Playground.
Indrek Koff has written 13 children’s books, the best known among which is “Where’d the Kids Go?”.
He has now written a play for the local children that will be published in book form next year.
7-8 p.m.
Play performed by local kids. Community Centre.
20 p.m.
Party for families. Community Centre.
What would a birthday party be without a cake? Children can expect cake and a fun evening with their parents and other villagers.
TUESDAY 9 JULY
The most beautiful sailing yachts of the world will honour Käsmu Bay and the village harbour with their visit. Preliminary programme: visiting yachts, activities for race participants, conclusion of the Käsmu Village Days around the village swing, with sea shanties and a dance party.
More detailed programme will follow.
