The museum's collections include a bibliographical list of Latvian architects, and a collection of the most outstanding masters' works. The museum introduces its visitors to the development of architecture and its role in culture.
Latvian Museum of Architecture has a few thousand articles in its collections. It hosts no permanent exhibition, but its collections are available to specialists, if reserved in advance. For more information on the collection, visit www.meandrs.lv. The museum possesses originals of architects' works - drawings, designs, drafts - as well as their copies. The oldest works in the museum's collection are designs by K. Hāberlands (1750-1803), J.D. Felsko (1813-1902), V.L.N. Bokslafs (1858-1945) and the first professional Latvian architect J.F. Baumanis (1834-1891).
Why visit
The Latvian Museum of Architecture is a great place to learn how Riga and other cities of Latvia have developed over time. The museum’s temporary exhibitions highlight the most important Latvian architects and their works. It’s especially appealing for visitors who take an interest in modern architecture.
Historical highlight
The museum not only preserves the history of Latvian architecture, but is a historical exhibit itself – it’s located in a 17th century building that’s one of the three buildings known together as the “Three Brothers”, known for their eye-catching shapes and colourful facades.
How to get there
The museum is located in Riga’s Old Town, close to many major sights. It is easy to reach on foot from the city centre, and public buses and trams stop nearby. From the respective stops, it is only a short walk through the historic streets to the museum entrance.
