Ancient times

In the room depicting ancient times, three of the most prominent artifacts from Valga County are represented. Estonia's most unique artifact is the Koorküla Valgjärve pile dwelling,  which dates back to the middle of the Iron Age, the 6th-7th centuries. The findings from the settlement are represented by a clay vessel found during underwater archaeological research from the bottom of Lake Valgjärv, and two spearheads and an axe offered to the spring flowing into the lake.

A female skeleton with lots of added artifacts has been found at the most intriguing burial site from Valga County, near Otepää at Makita chapel hill.

The most significant part of the room is a very loosely depicted fence of the ancient Otepää fort. It is possible to climb up here and look over the fence below. The Otepää fort was one of the most powerful strongholds of ancient times, which changed hands multiple times during the ancient fight for freedom. At the moment, the fort is being attacked by a knight errant. A much calmer atmosphere is inside the fence where one of the main activities of an ancient woman takes place – spinning with a spindle.

The showcases mostly present ancient items found in Valga County from the period of 3000 BC to the 13th century, and some findings from medieval village cemeteries.