Latvian War Museum, Military museum in Vecrīga district, Latvia
The Latvian War Museum occupies the Powder Tower, a medieval fortification structure built in the 14th century within the historic center of Riga.
The museum started in 1916 as the Latvian Riflemen Battalion Museum and moved to its current location in the Powder Tower during 1919.
The collections include 25,400 military artifacts organized into 22 categories, documenting the development of Latvian military traditions through centuries.
The museum opens from 10:00 to 18:00 between April and October, and from 10:00 to 17:00 from November to March, with free admission for all visitors.
The exhibition space contains artifacts from the 9th century through modern times, including a section dedicated to United Nations peacekeeping missions.
Location: Riga
Inception: 1916
Address: Smilšu iela 20, Rīga, LV-1050 LV-1050 LV-1050
Opening Hours: April-October: 10:00-18:00; November-March: 10:00-17:00
Phone: +37167223743
Website: http://karamuzejs.lv
GPS coordinates: 56.95119,24.10852
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:28
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