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The Kriaunos History Museum, established in 1987, invites visitors to explore the history and traditions of the Rokiškis region. The museum's exhibits feature tools used by carpenters, blacksmiths, weavers, and fishermen, as well as a reconstructed interior of an early 20th-century rural home. With over 10,000 artifacts, the museum tells the story of local history and celebrates notable figures from the area. The second floor hosts rotating exhibitions. Educational programs offer hands-on experiences, including workshops on the history of handbags, from traditional pouches to modern accessories that visitors can decorate themselves, and candle-making, where participants learn about the symbolism of candles and proper burning techniques. These programs provide an engaging way to connect with the past while learning practical skills.

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kriaunumuziejus@gmail.com

https://www.muziejusrokiskyje.lt/apie-muzieju/kriaunu-muziejus?fbclid=IwY2xjawGxjcJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYVZ1fo7LrYwV-RjtbT9VpvtW6YotspLpIsUbDcqsXVm7pR5pg1jQRa8Eg_aem_eZmqYUO_gt2Iq2wks4Oi7Q

Sartų g. 12, Kriaunų km., Rokiškio r., LT-42254

The Kriaunos History Museum, located in the Rokiškis district, serves as a vital center for learning about local history and culture. The museum boasts a collection of more than 10,000 artifacts that showcase the region’s way of life, from the tools of traditional craftsmen to the achievements of prominent locals. Exhibits include woodworking, blacksmithing, weaving, and fishing tools, along with a replica of an early 20th-century rural home interior. The second floor regularly features temporary exhibitions. The museum's educational programs offer a unique opportunity to explore traditions in a hands-on

way. The handbag history workshops teach participants about the evolution of bags, from simple pouches to modern accessories, and provide tips for choosing the perfect bag, which visitors can also decorate. Candle-making workshops introduce the symbolism of candles in Christian traditions and their historical use, highlighting which types are the healthiest. Participants also have the chance to craft their own natural wax candles. Kriaunos Museum is where the past meets the present. It’s a place to delve deeper into the culture of the Rokiškis region while creatively engaging with its traditions.

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