Last year, the Põlva County Road Museum had over 32,000 visitors. This year, only 27,500 people will visit. There are fewer visitors, so the museum has to save money. In winter, the museum is open fewer days.
The museum director Rita Valge says that in the future, the museum will be open every day in summer. In winter, it will be open on Saturdays and Sundays. It will also be open during school holidays and special programs.
Museums are worried about how to keep their employees. Employees are professionals, and they cannot work only in summer. The state should think about how to support the region's culture.
Many museums receive money from local governments. But now they need more money. They are also seeking help from sponsors.
Setomaa Museums Director Anneli Seim says that this year there are fewer visitors. The autumn was rainy, and people have less money. Local governments also have less money, so help is being sought from the private sector.