Aizputes novadpētniecības muzejs
Local history museum in the Pilsmuiža manor house in Aizpute, with eight exhibitions on the history of a small Courland town almost eight centuries old and on traditional crafts.
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About the museum
The Aizpute Local History Museum is housed in the manor house of Pilsmuiža in Aizpute, at Skolas iela 1. The museum offers the opportunity to explore the interesting history of a small Courland town almost eight centuries old and to learn various traditional crafts. Old objects connected with events in the history of the town of Aizpute here “celebrate a second life”.
The museum has eight exhibitions, each of which appeals to visitors on a sensory level, including the exhibition “Lauku sētas” (Rural Farmsteads). The exhibition hall regularly hosts temporary exhibitions.
Highlights
- Manor house of Pilsmuiža in Aizpute
- Eight exhibitions on the history of the town
- Learning traditional crafts
- Exhibition “Lauku sētas” (Rural Farmsteads)
Permanent exhibition
- Lauku sētas – One of the museum's eight exhibitions on life on rural farmsteads.
- Operated by
- Dienvidkurzemes novada pašvaldība
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €2 |
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| Reduced | €1.50pupils, students, seniors |
| Children & teens | €1.50free up to age 6 · Pupils. |
| Seniors | €1.50 |
| Students & apprentices | €1.50 |
| Exhibition hall admission – adults | €0.80 |
| Exhibition hall admission – pupils, students and seniors | €0.50 |
Free admission for pre-school children (up to and including 6 years of age), pupils of general education schools in Aizpute municipality (together with their teacher, as part of the lessons), staff of Latvian museums and ICOM members.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum is suitable for people with mobility impairments.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 6 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
Offer for families with children; outdoor activities.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The museum has a museum education officer; it is possible to learn old crafts skills. |