About us

The Latvian National Museum of History (LNMH) is a creative and dynamic heritage institution that collects, preserves and researches various themes of Latvian history and creates an exciting and content-rich experience for the visitors.

The Museum’s outstanding value is its varied archaeology, ethnography, numismatics, history and art history collections, developed since 1870s. The Museum’s collection covers 12,000 years of diverse evidence of material and spiritual culture.

The LNMH operates from four locations in Riga: the exhibitions are housed in Riga Castle, the Dauderi Villa and the Popular Front Museum, but the collection and administration are in the Museum Storage Facility (Repository).

LNMH mission

The mission of the Latvian National Museum of History is to collect, preserve, study and promote, in the interests of the Latvian state and people, evidence ‑ from the earliest times to the present – of Latvian and foreign spiritual and material culture, which is of archaeological, ethnographic, numismatic, historical or art historical significance.

LNMH vision

The Latvian National Museum of History is a passionate, knowledgeable and trustworthy interpreter of Latvian history, interacting with the public to promote their interest and education about history and cultural heritage. We play an important role in interpreting and promoting Latvian history to different audiences. We are highly regarded among museums in Latvia and worldwide and one of the best-known destinations for those interested in Latvian history and culture.

LNMH values

Relevant
Versatile
Responsible
Competent
Open
Dynamic