Latvijas Etnogrāfiskais brīvdabas muzejs

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Explore the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum

Having found yourself in Latvia of the previous century, hidden in a pine grove behind Lake Jugla, do not try to perceive it as reality. Reality existed only for previous, already departed generations.

meitene sien galvā lakatu
On 5 and 6 September 2026, from 9:00 to 17:00, the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia will host the Contemporary Crafts Market 2026.Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the latest trends in Latvian contemporary craftsmanship and purchase…
rati pilni ar rudens ražu
On 27 September 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00, the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia invites visitors to celebrate Miķeļi, the traditional Latvian Autumn Harvest Festival marking the autumn equinox.Visitors are welcome to explore the Miķeļi Market,…
Mārtiņdienas masku gājiens
On 7 November 2026, from 10:00 to 15:00, the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia invites visitors to celebrate Mārtiņi, one of Latvia’s traditional autumn festivals marking the end of the farming season and the arrival of winter.The celebration will…
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Due to storm damage, the museum is closed on August 24. Cleanup and restoration works are currently underway.
cilvēki tautastērpos uz skatuves dzied
On 27 September 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00, the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia invites visitors to celebrate Miķeļi, the traditional Latvian Autumn Harvest Festival marking the autumn equinox…
meitene ar krāsainu lakatu uz pleciem 2
On 5 and 6 September 2026, from 9:00 to 17:00, the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia will host the Contemporary Crafts Market 2026. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the latest…