Kaunas: Museum

Places and attractions in the Museum category

Ninth Fort

Historic fort and Holocaust museum The Ninth Fort stands as a somber reminder of the tumultuous history of Kaunas, Lithuania. This formidable structure, originally part of the city's fortification system, has been transformed into a museum, dedicated to preserving the memory of those who suffered...

Historical Presidential Palace

Historical exhibits and a sculpture garden Nestled in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania, the Historical Presidential Palace stands as a testament to the nation's vibrant past. This stately building, now a museum, was once the official residence of the President of Lithuania during the interwar period when Kaunas...

Kaunas Garrison Officers' Club Building

Nestled in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania, the Kaunas Garrison Officers' Club Building stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and historical tapestry. This ornate structure, now functioning as a museum, has become an integral part of the city's architectural...

Povilas Stulga Museum of Lithuanian Folk Instruments

The Povilas Stulga Museum of Lithuanian Folk Instruments is a unique cultural hub nestled in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania's second-largest city. As a repository of the country's rich musical heritage, this museum offers an in-depth look at the traditional sounds that...

Žmuidzinavičius Museum

Tucked away in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania, the Žmuidzinavičius Museum, also known as the Devils' Museum, presents a unique cultural experience that is as intriguing as it is unusual. This museum, established in 1966, is dedicated to the collection and exhibition...

Museum of the History of Lithuanian Medicine and Pharmacy

Lithuanian medicine and pharmacy exhibits Nestled in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania, the Museum of the History of Lithuanian Medicine and Pharmacy is a unique institution dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the country's healthcare practices. Housed in a charming 16th-century building, which once...

M. K. Čiurlionis National Art Museum

Museum dedicated to a Lithuanian artist Nestled in the heart of Kaunas, the M. K. Čiurlionis National Art Museum stands as a cultural beacon, dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the rich artistic heritage of Lithuania. Named after the celebrated Lithuanian painter and composer Mikalojus Konstantinas...

Vytautas the Great War Museum

Lithuanian military history museum The Vytautas the Great War Museum, standing as a solemn testament to Lithuania's military history, is an iconic landmark located in the heart of Kaunas. This esteemed institution, established in 1921, is dedicated to preserving the memory of Lithuania's fight for...

Picture Gallery

The Picture Gallery in Kaunas, Lithuania, is a beacon of art and culture in the heart of the city. Established as a testament to the nation's creative spirit, this museum presents a rich tapestry of Lithuanian and international artistry, encapsulated within its...

House of Perkūnas

15th-century Gothic merchant's residence Nestled in the heart of Kaunas, Lithuania, the House of Perkūnas is a striking example of Gothic architecture and a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This meticulously preserved building, now functioning as a museum, is steeped in legend and lore...

Tadas Ivanauskas Zoological Museum

Exhibits with stuffed animals and dioramas The Tadas Ivanauskas Zoological Museum was established in Kaunas, Lithuania, in 1919 by Tadas Ivanauskas. The museum collects and exhibits various animals: hunting trophies, stuffed animals, insect collections, skeletons, dissections.

Seventh Fort

The Seventh Fort or VII Fort is a defensive fortification built in Žaliakalnis district of Kaunas, Lithuania, during implementation of the first phase of the construction of the Kaunas Fortress. It is located near the Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences. This Fort became the last brick fortification of Kaunas Fortress.

Communications History Museum

Former Communications History Museum was a museum supported by Teo LT AB, former AB Lietuvos Telekomas, in the Old Town of Kaunas, Lithuania. The building is an old merchant house, where were storages for grain to be exported.

Lithuanian Aviation Museum

The Lithuanian Aviation Museum is located in Kaunas, Lithuania. The museum was officially opened in 1983. The permanent collection of the museum contains more than 18 000 displays of different fields of technology.

Kaunas Museum for the Blind

The Kaunas Museum for the Blind in Kaunas, Lithuania opened in 2005. It was the first museum for the blind in the Baltic States and one of the first in Eastern Europe. The museum, located in the catacombs underneath St.

Stumbras Museum

AB Stumbras is the oldest and largest producer of strong alcoholic drinks in Kaunas, Lithuania. The company began operations in 1906. It is also the largest exporter of strong alcoholic beverages and one of the biggest taxpayers in Lithuania.

Siručiai Palace

Siručiai Palace is a late Baroque mansion in the Kaunas Old Town, which was built in 1742 by Kaunas city court foreman Simonas Sirutis and later was purchased by Jonas Mačiulis-Maironis in 1909. The building is currently used as a Maironis Lithuanian Literature Museum.