Estonian Embassy in Washington

07/23/2026

📜 Täna möödub 86 aastat Wellesi deklaratsiooni avaldamisest – see Ameerika Ühendriikide 1940. aasta 23. juulil tehtud põhimõtteline välispoliitiline otsus mõistis hukka ja ei tunnustanud Balti riikide okupeerimist ja annekteerimist Nõukogude Liidu poolt.

Nagu on pikaajaline traditsioon, kogunesid Eesti, Läti, Leedu ja USA diplomaadid, JBANCi esindajad ja meie kogukondade liikmed USA diplomaatide Sumner Wellesi ja Loy W. Hendersoni kalmudel, et meenutada ja tähistada seda ajaloolist seisukohavõttu.

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07/23/2026

07/07/2026

📢 Sel reedel, 10. juulil toimub saatkonnas Washington Estonian Society / Washingtoni Eesti Seltsiga koostöös kohtumine Vähiravifondi Kingitud Elu looja ja eestvedaja Toivo Tänavsuuga ning dokumentaalfilmi "Head inimesed" linastus, millele järgneb vestlus Kingitud Elu missioonist ja Eesti heategevusmaastikust.

Samuti tutvustab Tänavsuu oma raamatut "Arstitudengipäevik: kuidas dinosaurus arstiks õppis ja ellu jäi”, mis on Eesti üks viimase aja menukamaid teoseid. Üritusel on võimalik soetada autori pühendusega teoseid. 📖

📆 10. juuli
🕔 17:00-19:00
📍Eesti saatkond Washingtonis

Kõik huvilised on oodatud!

➡️ Oma tulekust saab teada anda aadressil: [email protected]

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📢 This Friday, July 10, the Embassy, in cooperation with the Washington Estonian Society, will host an evening featuring Toivo Tänavsuu, founder and driving force behind the Gift of Life Cancer Treatment Foundation (Vähiravifond Kingitud Elu). The program includes a screening of the documentary Good People, followed by a discussion about the foundation's mission and the landscape of charitable giving in Estonia.

Tänavsuu will also introduce his book Medical Student Diary: How a Dinosaur Learned to Become a Doctor and Survived (in Estonian only), one of Estonia's bestselling books in recent years. Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. 📖

📆 July 10
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Embassy of Estonia in Washington, D.C.

Everyone is welcome!

➡️ Please RSVP by emailing: [email protected]

07/04/2026

🎉 Täna tähistame Ameerika Ühendriikide 250. iseseisvuspäeva!

USA ajalugu on olnud tihedalt seotud väärtustega, mis on läbivad ka 🇺🇸🇪🇪 kahepoolsetes suhetes: vabadus, demokraatia ja iga rahva õigus valida ise oma tulevik.

🤝 USA on olnud Eesti kindlaks liitlaseks alates meie riigi iseseisvumisest. USA järjepidev mittetunnustamispoliitika Balti riikide annekteerimise suhtes aitas hoida elus meie riikliku järjepidevuse põhimõtet ning pärast taasiseseisvumist on tugev liitlassuhe Ameerika Ühendriikidega olnud Eesti julgeoleku ja vabaduse oluline alustala. Läbi ajaloo on meid ühendanud ka tihedad ja väärtuslikud inimestevahelised sidemed,ning üha kasvav majanduskoostöö.

✨ Tänase tähtpäeva puhul on USA lipu värvidesse valgustatud nii saatkonnahoone Washingtonis kui ka Tallinna Teletorn, mis on tähenduslik sümbol meie iseseisvuse ja vabaduse eest võitlemise ajaloos.

➡️ Välisminister Margus Tsahkna õnnitlus: https://vm.ee/uudised/valisminister-tsahkna-ameerika-uhendriigid-olnud-250-aasta-jooksul-vabaduse-ja-voimaluste

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🎉 Today we celebrate the 250th Independence Day of the United States!

The history of the U.S. is closely tied to the values that also form the foundation of our bilateral 🇺🇸🇪🇪 relations: freedom, democracy, and every nation’s right to choose its own future.

🤝 The United States has been a steadfast ally of Estonia since the restoration of our independence. Its policy of non-recognition of the Soviet annexation of the Baltic states helped preserve the principle of Estonia’s legal continuity, and since regaining independence, our strong alliance has been a cornerstone of Estonia’s security and freedom. Throughout history, we have also been united by close and meaningful people-to-people ties, as well as increasingly growing economic cooperation.

As we celebrate America 250, we look forward to continuing this journey - advancing freedom, strengthening security and creating opportunities for future generations.

✨ To mark this special occasion, both the Embassy of Estonia in Washington and the Tallinn TV Tower have been illuminated in the colours of the U.S. flag.

06/16/2026

Throwback to a month ago, when we opened our doors for the annual ! 🇪🇪🇪🇺

More than 🇺🇸 2,000 visitors joined us, making it a lively and memorable day filled with conversations about Estonia’s history, culture, traditions, innovation, and the many things that make Estonia and Estonians unique. ✨

💭 Many guests also put their Estonia knowledge to the test for a chance to win prizes. Lucky quiz winners have now claimed their prizes. Thanks for joining the fun!

A big thank you to the Estonian companies that helped us share a taste of Estonia with our winners:

🌿 Award-winning natural cosmetics from Viking Beauty Secrets (available in the U.S. via Amazon and Beauty Bridge)

🛁 Natural spa and wellness products from HOIA homespa (available in the U.S. through That Green Store.

🍓🌱🥜 Teas and nature-inspired treats from Hiiu Gourmet, Eeriksaare Väetee, and Ellyt - MySnack

🍬 Beloved Estonian sweets from Kalev (available in the U.S. through Amest Foods)

🍄 Immune-supporting mushroom tinctures from Shroomwell (also available in the U.S. via Amest Foods)

Because Estonians also have a deep appreciation for books and music, the prize packages included a CD of Estonian music and Silverwhite by Lennart Meri. Newly translated into English in 2025 by Adam Cullen, Silverwhite is a landmark work of Estonian literature - part Baltic history, part poetic travelogue, and part reflection on Northern European identity. We highly recommend it!

👏 Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who helped us share a taste of Estonia with our guests. Do join us again next year!

05/16/2026

Täpselt nädal tagasi, Euroopa päeval, toimus traditsiooniline saatkonna avatud uste päev , kus osales üle 2000 huvilise.
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Terve päeva jooksul tutvustasime koos Washington Estonian Society / Washingtoni Eesti Selts vabatahtlike ja Eesti sõpradega meie ajalugu ja tänapäeva, rääkisime suhetest ja sidemetest Ameerika Ühendriikidega ning kultuurist, traditsioonidest ja kõigest muust, mis eestlastele ja eestlusele omane.

🙏 Suur aitäh kõigile esinejatele Pillerkaar - Washington, DC, Baltimore Washingtoni Eesti Segakoor - Baltimore Washington Estonian Chorus ja lastekoor, laulja Triin Metshein ning DJ ja produtsent Mad Li, ettevõtetele Roofit Solar Energy ja Hopp US, ning kõigile teistele, kes sellest päevast osa võtsid ja selle nii meeldejäävaks tegid!

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Exactly one week ago, on Europe Day, we welcomed more than 2000 visitors to our Embassy for the traditional .
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Throughout the day, together with volunteers from the Washington Estonian Society / Washingtoni Eesti Selts and friends of Estonia, we shared our history and present day, highlighted the strong ties and close relationship between Estonia and the United States, and introduced visitors to our culture, traditions, and everything else that makes Estonia and Estonians unique.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all performers - Pillerkaar - Washington, DC, Baltimore Washingtoni Eesti Segakoor - Baltimore Washington Estonian Chorus and children’s choir, singer Triin Metshein, and DJ/producer Mad Li - as well as to Roofit Solar Energy, Hopp US, and everyone else who helped make this day so memorable!

📸: European Union in the United States

05/14/2026

We invite the Bay Area 🇪🇪 Estonian community to join us for a timely conversation with Ambassador Kristjan Prikk on Transatlantic Cooperation and European Security.

🤝 Drawing on his extensive diplomatic experience, Ambassador Prikk will share insights into the future of cooperation between Europe and North America, Estonia’s perspective on European security, and what today’s rapidly changing geopolitical landscape means for Estonians both at home and abroad.

Whether you're closely following geopolitical developments, curious about Estonia's role on the world stage, or simply want to connect with the local Estonian community, we hope you’ll join us for this special evening!

➡️ More information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ambassador-prikk-on-transatlantic-european-security-tickets-1988742437165

05/13/2026

🇪🇪 🇺🇸 Kuidas saab Atlandi-ülese koostöö kauda kujundada teaduse, innovatsiooni ja hariduse tulevikku?

Ootame kõiki huvilisi 27. mail haridusminister Kristina Kallase visiidi raames New Yorgis toimuvale paneelarutelule, kus räägime Eesti ja Ameerika Ühendriikide koostööst teaduse, innovatsiooni ja hariduse vallas:

📍 New Yorgi Eesti Maja - New York Estonian House
🗓️ 27. mai
⏰ 18.00-19.30

👉 Registreeru hiljemalt 25. maiks: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting-talent-estonia-and-the-us-in-research-innovation-and-study-tickets-1988798477784?aff=oddtdtcreator

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🇪🇪 🇺🇸 How can transatlantic collaboration drive the future of research, innovation, and education?

Join us on May 27 in New York for an engaging panel discussion exploring the growing partnership between Estonia and the United States in research, innovation, education, and talent exchange.

We look forward to welcoming students, researchers, policymakers, innovators, and everyone interested in strengthening Estonia-U.S. cooperation. 🤝

📍 Estonian House in New York
🗓️ May 27, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM

Panellists:

🔹Dr. Kristina Kallas - Minister of Education and Research of Estonia
🔹Prof. Laura Viidebaum - Associate Professor of Classics and Director of Graduate Studies, New York University
🔹Dr. Mariliis Eensalu - Science Policy Fellow, Rockefeller Institute of Government
🔹Anna-Liisa Sepp - PhD student, Columbia University in the City of New York
🔹Moderated by Dr. Anna-Maria Osula - Cyber and Economic Counselor, Estonian Embassy in Washington DC

👉 Register here by May 25: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting-talent-estonia-and-the-us-in-research-innovation-and-study-tickets-1988798477784?aff=oddtdtcreator