The Museum of the Occupation of Latvia is a museum and historic educational institution located in Riga, Latvia. It was established in 1993 to exhibit …
Absolutely phenomenal museum. Moving, incredibly well curated and informative. A relatively new addition to the city's cultural and historical offerings but one 100% worth a visit. The building itse…Full review by mrw1973
Feb 16, 2025
What a fantastic and informative museum. A nice variety of exhibits, from reading to video. Locked storage for bags & coats on entrance. If in Riga it really is a must visit.Full review by stephandant
Feb 13, 2025
Great museum for anyone wanting to learn more about Latvian history in the 20th century, very detailed and thorough exhibits, could easily spend 3hrs there looking at all the objects and items on dis…Full review by brendan s
Are you able to exit and re-enter the museum within the same day? We are hoping to come for an hour or so in the morning, then have another engagement but would like to come back to the museum afterwards (again, within the same day, just a few hours later).
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I sent an email to the museum directly asking this question and, in case anyone else is curious, they told me it's no problem and just advised me to let reception know that I'd like to re …
I sent an email to the museum directly asking this question and, in case anyone else is curious, they told me it's no problem and just advised me to let reception know that I'd like to re-enter before I leave.
How can anyone in their right mind consider this important museum to the worst period in Latvia's history as terrible? My grandfather and many other Latvians were taken to Siberia and died there or were shot, as my grandfather was! This is one of those most important, informative venues in Riga! This is not a question but a statement of fact!
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I have noted your comments; I'm not aware of anybody calling the museum terrible. I have not seen the permanent exhibition - just the temporary one at the former American Embassy. …
I have noted your comments; I'm not aware of anybody calling the museum terrible. I have not seen the permanent exhibition - just the temporary one at the former American Embassy. When it comes to architectural aspects ie the so called 'black sarcophagus' one may have different opinions - and many have. The building is not complete - it was planned with a white extension project on one end, which in my mind would have benefitted the whole structure. Unfortunately, it seems lack of funding has stopped that from being complete. So in essence, I agree entirely with you on all points; however, the building housing the museum, I still believe to be one of the less successful architectural achievements of Latvia.
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