Large Guild, Concert hall and office building in Old Town, Latvia
The Large Guild sits on Amatu Street and displays English Gothic style with high pointed arches and carved stone details on its facade. Inside, multiple rooms include a medieval Minster Room and an ornate Bride's Chamber designed for events and formal gatherings.
German merchants established this guild in 1353 when the city's Order master granted them the building as their headquarters. Over centuries, the structure was modified and updated to serve the changing needs of the merchant community and public events.
The building served as a gathering place for merchants and craftspeople who managed their guild affairs within its walls. Today visitors can experience how a medieval merchant community organized itself, with rooms designed for celebrations and formal meetings that reflected their social standing.
The building is open to visitors on most days when private events are not taking place in the halls. Check ahead about concert schedules or special programs, as these may affect when you can view the interior spaces.
The main staircase features stained glass windows from 1888 depicting merchant activities and important business sectors that shaped medieval Riga's economy. These artistic details reveal what kinds of trade and commerce were vital to the city's prosperity.
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