Corner House, Art Nouveau museum in central Riga, Latvia
Corner House is an Art Nouveau building completed in 1912 at the intersection of Brīvības and Stabu streets in Riga. Its red brick facade, stone embellishments, and architectural detailing create a distinctive corner presence that anchors this part of the city.
The building was constructed before World War I following modern European architectural trends. After Soviet occupation in 1940, it became the headquarters for secret police operations, a role it maintained until the collapse of Soviet control in 1991.
The building housed secret police operations for decades, and today its exhibitions focus on the stories of those who were interrogated and held there. The spaces themselves convey the weight of this dark chapter through their preserved layout.
The museum is located in central Riga and accessible by public transport or on foot. Visitors should allow time for the permanent exhibitions, as access to former prison areas requires prior arrangement or a guided tour.
The building's architect, Aleksandrs Vanags, was later imprisoned and interrogated within the same walls he had designed, after the Soviets took control. This tragic connection between creator and structure remains a poignant aspect of the site's darker history.
Location: Vidzeme Suburb
Inception: 1912
Architects: Aleksandrs Vanags
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Fee: No
Address: Brīvības iela 61
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30-17:30
Phone: +37166154276
Website: http://sturamaja.lv
GPS coordinates: 56.95817,24.12421
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
Latvia offers a diverse range of sites combining medieval history and Baltic nature. The country brings together different periods and landscapes: the Old Town of Riga with its Art Nouveau buildings, the castle of Cēsis, the beaches of Jūrmala and the extensive forests of Gauja National Park. Latvian cities preserve evidence of German, Swedish and Russian rule. Beyond the capital Riga, places like Liepāja with its military port or Kuldīga with its waterfall invite exploration. The coastal region extends for several hundred kilometres along the Baltic Sea. The natural landscapes include extensive forests, wetlands and lakes. Gauja National Park protects river valleys with sandstone cliffs and historic castle ruins. Rural areas display traditional wooden architecture and agricultural structures that have shaped life in the Baltic regions for centuries.
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