Apriķi Manor - Museum

Apriķi, Lažas pagasts, Dienvidkurzemes novads

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Opening Hours:

• May 1 – September 30: Tuesday–Friday 10:00–17:00, Saturday 10:00–16:00
• October 1 – April 30: Tuesday–Friday 10:00–16:00, every 3rd Saturday of the month 10:00–14:00

The Baroque ensemble of Apriķi Manor (Apprikken) was established by the Alokste River in the early 18th century. The manor house was built before 1742, while its octagonal tower in Neo-Gothic style was constructed in the 19th century. Most of the other buildings—including the barn, brewery, and mill—were built in the second half of the 19th century, along with a small landscape park.

Apriķi Manor belonged to the von Osten–Sacken family since the 16th century, and from 1790 to 1852, it was owned by the von Kroft family. In the early 20th century, the manor was owned by Carl Gustaf Mannerheim, who later became the President of Finland and is known as the creator of the legendary Mannerheim Line, a fortification system during the Winter War.

Today, the manor houses the Apriķi Museum, showcasing exhibitions on the region's ancient history. The museum is also home to a large family of gnomes.