Konrado kavinė, Historic cafe in Laisvės Avenue, Kaunas, Lithuania
Konrado kavinė is a cafe on the ground floor of a two-story brick building on Laisvės Avenue, designed by architect Jonas Virakas and decorated with a fountain and gypsum statue. The interior reflects the refined design visible from the street.
The cafe was founded in 1862 and flourished after brothers Leonid and Max Konrad took over in 1920, transforming it into a respected establishment. It then became a significant location in the city's cultural life.
Between 1920 and 1940, it served as a gathering place for Lithuanian writers, artists, and musicians who came to exchange ideas. The space attracted people interested in art and literature to discuss their work.
The cafe is located at Laisvės Avenue 45 in a central position on one of the city's main streets. The ground floor location makes it easy to spot and accessible from the busy avenue.
The cafe hosted performances by notable musicians like Alexander Vertinsky and the Daniel Pomerantz Orchestra during its golden years between the world wars. These events made it a center for live music in the city.
Architects: Jonas Virakas
GPS coordinates: 54.89694,23.91528
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23
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