Dobeles novada muzejs

About the museum

The permanent exhibition of the Dobeles novada muzejs, “Reiz Dobelē…” (Once Upon a Time in Dobele), tells the story of Dobele and its surroundings from prehistory to the mid-20th century. It introduces the material culture of the oldest inhabitants – the Zemgalians – the everyday life of the people in the Livonian Order castle at Dobele, and the development of Dobele into a town.

The exhibition highlights the history of Dobele Castle, especially the period of the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia, as well as themes from the history of education, medicine, cultural life and religion. The museum is at 7 Brīvības Street, where there is an exhibition hall, museum education sessions and costume hire.

Highlights

• Model of Dobele Castle from the 17th century
• Reconstructed Zemgalian clothing and authentic antiquities
• The townspeople’s living room with the piano of Alberts Kviešs
• Works by the woodcarver Augusts Siliņš and a bedroom set
• The large exhibition hall

Permanent exhibition

• Reiz Dobelē… – Permanent exhibition on Dobele and its surroundings from prehistory to the mid-20th century: Zemgalian culture, Dobele Castle and the duchy period, the development of the town, education, medicine and cultural life.

Admission & discounts

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Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The main hall of the museum (the permanent exhibition and the large exhibition hall) on the ground floor of the building is accessible to people in wheelchairs, with pushchairs and with limited mobility. There is a ramp at the main entrance; staff help is needed to open the outer door. Adapted toilets are available (the key is obtained from staff). Guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed. A free car park is available.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Stroller-friendly

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Souvenirs and costume hire are available at the museum.

Events & venue rental

Folk costumes are available for hire.

Plan your visit