Center of Technics and Industrial design «Engineering arsenal» is the largest exhibition of motorized vehicles in Latgale region. It is a unique exhibition space of retro technology and applied design, which is located in the historic 19th-century building of the Daugavpils Fortress.
Four exhibition zones with a total area of 2500 sq.m. await its visitors: «Industrial design and Special vehicles», «Soviet vehicles», «Moto vehicles» and «Western retro car» sectors. In total, the center houses more than 40 retro cars, more than 80 motorcycles and mopeds, a large number of accessories, car and moto-models. A special role is dedicated to industrial heritage of Daugavpils city. Together it all forms a story about the development of technology and design in the region, Latvia and the world in total.
Center offers:
- Acquaintance with retro technique and design objects – permanent and temporary exhibitions;
- Guided tours (in Latvian, Russian and English);
- Observing courtyard of the «Engineering Arsenal»;
- Area for master classes and thematic events;
- The center can be visited as part of the “Latvijas skolas soma” programme.
Impressive two-storey building of the Engineer arsenal was built by architect Alexander Shtaubert in 1840-1845. Building is an architectural monument of state significance. Engineering arsenal was used to produce and repair armament supplies, tooling for fortification and combat engineer measures.
Opening hours
I – closed
II – closed
III – 10:00-19:00
IV– 10:00-19:00
V – 10:00-19:00
VI – 10:00-19:00
VII – 10:00-19:00
Prices:
One person – 10 EUR
Group of 10+ per person – 8 EUR
Guide service – 16 EUR
Creative workshop per person – 3 EUR
50% off for schoolkids, students, seniors
For free for children under 7 y.o., I and II disability status, tour group leaders.
Contact for media and bloggers – aleksandrs.cvetkovs@daugavpils.lv
(+371) 26715700