National Costume Conference II Dedicated to Igor Tõnurist: Freedom Within Tradition

Exhibition Design – Second National Costume Conference “Freedom Within Tradition”

On 15 February 2025, the Second National Costume Conference, Freedom Within Tradition, dedicated to Igor Tõnurist, was held at Keila School. The conference was organized by the Harjumaa Heritage Centre and the Harjumaa National Costume Advisory Board.

I was invited to design the conference venue and all printed materials. I also exhibited my handwoven national costume fabrics and gave a presentation on their research, reconstruction and production.

The preparation was intensive, but the final result was very well received. Following the conference, Keila School chose to reuse the stage design for its Estonian Independence Day celebration, confirming the success and versatility of the exhibition concept.

I would like to thank Kadi Vingisaar, Indrek Ikkonen, and the board of the Harjumaa Heritage Centre for their trust and collaboration.

Photography: Marike Laht, Liina Veskimägi and Eva-Liisa Kriis.