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Homestead-Museum of Educator, Art Critic, and Painter Justinas Vienožinskis

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Justinas Vienožinskis, a renowned Lithuanian painter, educator, and art critic, was the founder of the Kaunas Art School. Born in 1886 in Mataučizna village, he began his artistic journey on his family’s farm in Dačiūnai, where he created many landscapes and portraits, including notable interwar figures such as Jonas Basanavičius and Juozas Tumas Vaižgantas. After losing the family homestead during the Soviet era, it was reclaimed and transformed into a memorial museum in 2011.

The museum showcases Vienožinskis' artistic works, including drawings from his studies in Krakow, family heirlooms, and stories from his friends. It also hosts art workshops, educational programs, and offers tranquil stays in a yurt. Managed by the artist’s granddaughter Nijolė, this unique site invites visitors to experience the world of art and creativity, accompanied by two friendly dogs that greet everyone who visits.

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+370 606 48033

https://www.rokiskiotic.lt/

J. Vienožinskio 28A, Audronių I k., Obelių sen., Rokiškio r.

Justinas Vienožinskis, one of Lithuania’s most prominent painters, educators, and art critics, is best known as the founder of the first Kaunas Art School during the interwar period. Born in 1886 in Mataučizna village, he grew up on the family farm in Dačiūnai, a place that became central to his artistic work. Many of his homeland landscapes and portraits were created here, including depictions of notable figures such as Jonas Basanavičius and Juozas Tumas Vaižgantas. In 2011, Vienožinskis’ family homestead in Dačiūnai was restored and transformed into a memorial museum. Visitors can explore the artist’s works, sketches from his

studies at the Krakow Academy of Fine Arts, furniture, family heirlooms, and photographs. The museum's ambiance brings interwar Lithuania to life, offering a glimpse into the lives of the artist's family and friends, such as the priest and poet Antanas Vienažindys and lawyer Liuda Purėnienė. The museum hosts art workshops, educational programs focusing on art and literature, and offers a unique opportunity to relax in a yurt. It is a space where art and nature blend seamlessly, providing visitors with tranquility and inspiration. The museum is managed by the artist’s granddaughter Nijolė, and two friendly dogs warmly welcome every guest.

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