Aušra Museum – Aušros Avenue Palace
„Aušros“ muziejus, Aušros alėjos rūmai
The main building of one of Lithuania's oldest regional museums, focused on archaeology, history, and local notable figures.
The Aušra Museum was founded in 1923 and is one of Lithuania's most important regional museums, with more than a dozen branches. The main palace-style building on Aušros Avenue dates from the early twentieth century and displays archaeological and historical artifacts from the Šiauliai region, from prehistory to the twentieth century, including items related to the Battle of Saule and the city's development. Admission costs a few euros, and the museum is usually closed on Mondays. It is about a 15-minute walk from the old town and suits visitors interested in Lithuanian history.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun approx. 10:00–18:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Radio and Television Museum
- Chocolate Museum
- Šiauliai Photography Museum
- Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul
- Vilniaus Street
- Bicycle Museum
- Sundial Square
- Chaim Frenkel Villa