Slutišķu vecticībnieku lauku sēta

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About This Museum

Tucked away in the Latgale countryside, the Slutišķi Old Believers Farmstead isn't your typical museum; it's a living breath of a resilient community that has called this land home for centuries. You can almost hear the rustle of traditional skirts and smell the bread baking in the clay oven as you wander through the homestead. It’s a place that holds onto the quiet, steadfast spirit of the Vecticībnieki, preserved just as it was when a family truly lived here. This is more than a collection of artifacts—it's a story written in wood and woven into textiles.

Collection Highlights

Look for the beautiful 'Bogoroditsa' icons, their silver rizas gleaming softly in the corner of the main house. In the granary, you'll find everyday tools and hand-woven linens that speak of a self-sufficient life. Don't miss the massive ceramic kvass jug or the traditional horse-drawn sleigh tucked away in the barn.

Visitor Information

It's best to call ahead to make sure someone is there to greet you—this isn't a big city museum with rotating staff. When you go, take your time; sit on a bench in the yard and just listen. The real magic is in feeling the peace of this place.

Architecture & Building

A classic Latvian wooden farmstead, with log-built living quarters, a sturdy barn, and storage buildings all arranged around a central yard, just as it would have been for generations.

Contact & Location

Address: LV-5462, Jurīši, Naujenes pagasts, Augšdaugavas novads, Latvija

Phone: +371 65 471 321

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