This 17th-century building was once owned by the Scottish merchant John Arnett and now hosts craft demonstrations. Come here to learn about the traditional trades of wood carving, wicker- and cloth-weaving, and ceramics.
Arnett House
Kėdainiai
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Nearby Kėdainiai attractions
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The square is overlooked by a particularly photogenic trio of 17th-century merchants' houses as well as the impressive town hall with a rococo sun dial in…
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Kėdainiai's Jewish community originally settled off this 15th-century market square in the first half of the 17th century. A wooden synagogue, built in…
4. Janina Monkutė-Marks Museum-Gallery
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Born in Radviliškis, artist Janina Monkutė-Marks grew up in Kėdainiai and this museum showcases a permanent collection of her vibrant, joyful paintings…
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When the Nazis took control of Lithuania in July 1941, they forced the Jews of Kėdainiai, Šėta and Žeimiai communities to move into a closed ghetto. On 28…
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7. Christ's Resurrection Basilica
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