Guided tour in the exhibition “Livonian Castles”

On 3 July guided tour in the exhibition “Livonian Castles” will be conducted by the co-author of the exhibition Baiba Dumpe.

Medieval castles were important centers of power and administration from which territorial governance was organized, resources were controlled, and protection was ensured. They were closely linked to their surroundings—both economically and politically—and often became the organizing hub of local life. At the same time, castles were also living spaces. Daily tasks were carried out there, food was prepared, objects were crafted, children were raised, and celebrations were held. Castles were home to artisans, soldiers, and clergy, and they also served as centers of religious life. This combination of diverse functions made castles essential centers of medieval society, reflecting both practical needs and cultural and spiritual values. The exhibition “Livonian Castles” offers the opportunity to explore this multifaceted world more closely, revealing castles not only as military structures but also as vibrant and dynamic spaces of medieval society.

Ticekts: before the guided tour or online: https://biletes.lnvm.lv/en/events/rigas-pils/view/1353

More detailed information about the exhibition: https://lnvm.gov.lv/en/news/from-17-june-new-exhibition-livonian-castles-is-on-display/