Memorial to the Victims of Communism

Memorial to the Victims of Communism
New memorial wil be built next to the soviet time memorial field.
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
New fir forest is planted on grid 4.5x4.5m. Rectangular wall with names of 20 000 victims is in the middle of the forest. Inside of the wall is garden with plants of great variety. Garden is not accessible.
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Ground under the forest is soft and walkable. Wandering through the forest towards the garden is part of the experience. All commemorative events and public gatherings will be held inside the forest.
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Memorial to the Victims of Communism

Location : Tallinn
Client : Ministry of Justice
Competition : 2016, purchase prize
Architects : Siiri Vallner, Indrek Peil, Kristel Niisuke, Valdis Linde, Triin Vallner

 

Artist : Jass Kaselaan