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The Russian House

The Russian House provides information about Russian religious and folk holidays, Russian folk customs and traditions, Russian handicraft, the history of Russian folk costumes, and about the Russian community in Latvia seen from historical and cultural perspectives.

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"The Fairy-Tale Garden" comprises 17 sculptures of Russian folk-tale heroes carved out by the artist and sculptor Pyotr Khudobchonok whose works have been given away as presents to such eminencies as Pope John Paul II, Margaret Thatcher, Mikhail Gorbachev and George Bush.

The following expositions are available:

  • "Old Believers in Latvia"
  • "Orthodox Faith in Latvia"
  • "Paintings by Pyotr Khodobchonok"
  •   "Gzhel Ceramics"
 
55.872299, 26.536274
  • Languages spoken: 
    • English
    • Latvian
    • Russian
  • Admission fee: 
    Paid
  • Payment methods: 
    • Cash
  • Price: 
    Ls 0,60
    Price (students): 
    Ls 0,20
Services: 
  • Exhibitions
  • Guide service available
Amenities and Features: 
  • Free parking
  • WC
Working Hours: 

Wednesday and Friday 10.00 - 17.00; (except national holidays) 

Open to visitors on preliminary notice.

Last updated: 15.04.2013