Antanašė Manor is one of the oldest estates in Lithuania, closely linked to the prominent Romer family. In the 18th century, the manor belonged to the Bilevičiai and Moriconi families before becoming the residence of the Romers. The first family member to settle here was social activist Mykolas Juozapas Romeris (1776–1853). After his tenure, the manor was inherited by Edvardas Jonas Romeris (1806–1878), who rebuilt the estate with a new brick structure following a fire in 1855 that destroyed the original mansion.
The highlight
of the new manor was its neo-Gothic tower, which was demolished in the 20th century. In the 19th century, the manor was immortalized by the renowned artist and sculptor Alfredas Romeris (1832–1897), who depicted not only the family estate but also Lithuania’s cultural life in his works. During the Soviet era, the manor was repurposed for collective farm use, housing an administration office, a cultural center, and a library. Today, the manor is privately owned, and visitors are encouraged to respect the owner’s privacy.