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The Vytautas Ulevičius Wood Sculpture Museum, established in 2004 in facilities provided by the Kėdainiai District Municipality, offers visitors a chance to explore the work of this talented folk artist. The museum features over 50 sculptures that reflect Lithuanian folklore, history, and religion. Ulevičius' art has brought global recognition to Lithuania, with works showcased in countries ranging from Italy to Canada.

Vytautas Ulevičius, who resides in Krakės, has created numerous monuments, including The Angel of Peace, The Book Smuggler, and the Stations of the Cross at the Hill of Crosses. His works are characterized by a strong emphasis on Lithuanian identity, vivid folk motifs, and profound symbolism.

In 2022, the sculptor was honored with the Lithuanian Government’s Culture and Art Prize and recognized as an honorary citizen of the Kėdainiai region.

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Operating since 2004, the Vytautas Ulevičius Wood Sculpture Museum is a significant cultural venue in Kėdainiai. The museum showcases over 50 works that bring to life Lithuanian folklore, history, and religious themes. The sculptor’s creations are renowned not only in Lithuania but also internationally, with his art displayed in countries such as Italy, France, Canada, and beyond. Vytautas Ulevičius, born in 1934 in Panevėžys District, has lived in Krakės, Kėdainiai region, for over three decades. During this time, he has produced many remarkable works, including The Angel of Peace, The Book Smuggler, and the Stations of the Cross
at the Hill of Crosses. His artistry is characterized by a profound sense of Lithuanian identity, folk ornamentation, and symbolism. Masterfully working with wood, rhythm, and line, his creations are imbued with mythological and historical motifs. In 2022, Vytautas Ulevičius was awarded the Lithuanian Government's Culture and Art Prize for his significant contributions to culture. That same year, he was named an honorary citizen of the Kėdainiai region. The museum invites visitors to discover the beauty of wood sculptures and immerse themselves in the spirit of Lithuanian folk art, inspired by traditional culture and folklore.
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