Reconstruction of Narva Castle's Stone Hall and Rondeel has begun

TALLINN - The Narva Museum has begun the reconstruction of the Stone Hall and Rondeel at Narva Castle, a project aimed at reducing the energy consumption of the historic buildings, improving the indoor climate, and ensuring their sustainable use.

The reconstruction work includes upgrading the ventilation system for the Stone Hall and Rondeel, improving the buildings' thermal insulation, and replacing the windows. Additionally, the attic ceiling in the Rondeel's tower section and the ceiling of the transformer room will be insulated, and the heating and lighting systems will be modernized.

"The daily work of the museum extends beyond exhibitions. It is equally important to provide an environment for our staff and collections that supports our activities and helps preserve our cultural heritage," said Maria Smorževskihh-Smirnova, a board member of the Narva Museum Foundation.

"The price of thermal energy in Narva has risen significantly in recent years, making investment in energy efficiency crucial for both environmental conservation and the museum's sustainable operation. This project will reduce energy consumption and fixed costs, allowing more resources to be directed toward the museum's core mission - preserving and presenting cultural heritage," she added.

According to an energy audit, the project is expected to improve the buildings' energy efficiency by an estimated 31 percent.

During the construction, there may be temporary changes to visitor arrangements at the castle. The museum will provide ongoing updates on its website and social media channels and will make every effort to minimize disruptions for visitors.

The reconstruction is part of the project 'Increasing the Energy Efficiency of Public Sector Buildings with Cultural Value 2024'. The project is supported by the State Shared Service Centre with up to 400,000 euros.

The main contractor for the construction is AS Vant, with owner supervision provided by P.P. Ehitusjärelevalve OÜ. The reconstruction work is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026.