Exhibition “Pažinkig, žmogau, kas esi: kaip didis ir kaip brungus“ Now Open at Anykščiai Chapel!
Exhibition “Pažinkig, žmogau, kas esi: kaip didis ir kaip brungus“ Now Open at Anykščiai Chapel! Until October 10, visitors are invited to see the original edition of “Punktai sakymų” (Points of Sermons) by Baroque writer Konstantinas Sirvydas, first published in 1629. Admission: 1 Eur Opening hours of Anykščiai Chapel: Mon–Thu: 8:00–17:00 Fri: 8:00–16:00
Exhibition opening. Presentation of the Original Edition of K. Sirvydas’ Sermons on Life
We cordially invite you to the opening of the exhibition “The Original Edition of K. Sirvydas’ Sermons on Life – Punkty kazań od Adwentu aż do Postu (Punktay sakimu…, 1629)”, which will take place on September 20 at 4:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Anykščiai (Vilniaus St. 36). The event will feature professor Bonifacas Stundžia. The exhibition will showcase the original copy of K. Sirvydas’ "Punktai sakymų" from the Institute of Lithuanian Literature and Folklore. Konstantinas Sirvydas – priest, jesuit, and the foremost expert on the Lithuanian language of the 17th century – gave us many words still used ...
Two Special Exhibitions at the Kurkliai Synagogue
Two remarkable exhibitions are on view at the Kurkliai Synagogue in the Anykščiai district! Until September 21, we invite you to enjoy painter Samuel Bak’s exhibition “City of Memories” on the first floor of the synagogue. Meanwhile, on the second floor, you will find the engaging traveling exhibition “Lithuania in Litvak Art.” Opening hours: Thursday to Sunday, 1:00–6:00 p.m. Ticket prices: Adults – €2; Students, seniors, and people with disabilities – €1. Tickets can be purchased in advance online: https://tickets.paysera.com/lt/event/kurkliu-sinagoga
Greetings on September 1st!
Happy September 1st! Let us celebrate this day and rise to new heights! From the right-hand tower of the Church of St. Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist in Anykščiai, a wonderful panorama of the town opens up from the observation deck located 33 meters above ground. We look forward to your visit between 10:00 a.m. and 4:40 p.m. We also kindly remind you that entry to the Angel Museum is free of charge for organized student groups from educational institutions of the Anykščiai district municipality, accompanied by responsible adults!
Presentation of Justas Jasėnas’ New Book “Sakų lietus“
You are warmly invited to the presentation of poet Justas Jasėnas’ fourth poetry book “Sakų lietus“, which will take place on September 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the Angel Museum – Sacred Art Center (Vilniaus St. 11, Anykščiai). This poetry collection weaves together landscapes of nature with signs of towns and cities. The lyrical subject’s sensitive perception of reality naturally reveals the inner depths of the human being. The author is able to reconcile contradictions and reflect on painful and significant events in Lithuanian history. In his poetry, figures of Lithuanian literary classics and saints appear (and sometimes pass ...
R. Inčirauskas exhibition “From Abraham to Čiurlionis”
From August 14, in the Chapel of Anykščiai (Vilniaus St. 36), an exhibition by sculptor prof. Romualdas Inčirauskas “From Abraham to Čiurlionis” is on display, where the author presents his latest works. Two different but related forms of artistic expression are transformed into sculptural form in Romualdas Inčirauskas’ work. These are the Bible stories that dominate the themes of Rembrandt’s paintings and the symbolism, so characteristic of religious iconography, found in Čiurlionis’ works. R. Inčirauskas interprets biblical figures in his own way, creating a personal and original vision of them. The exhibition is dominated by heroes of the Bible: ...
Exhibition of 28 Angel Sculptures by 28 Artists
An extraordinary exhibition of angels, each crafted by a different artist! From July 22 to September 15, the rotating-exhibition space at the Angels Museum presents an unprecedented variety of angel sculptures. Twenty-eight inventive artists took part in the national art awards competition sponsored by patron of the arts Beatrice Kleizaitė-Vasaris, each realizing their own creative vision. Every sculptor has created a one-of-a-kind angel that delighted the competition jury, museum staff, and visitors alike. You’ll encounter a rich mix of materials, compositions, and techniques. We invite you to stop by and choose the sculpture that speaks to you most! Participating ...
The experiential exhibition “Bridges Home” is now open!
On July 26 at 12:00 PM in the Anykščiai Chapel, the XI World Anykščiai Convention took place, featuring the interactive experiential exhibition “Bridges Home,” a fantasia entitled “Oras” (“Air”) performed by the Anykščiai Mixed Choir “Šilelis” (conductor Arūnas Maliukas), and a set by the highland‐style singing group “Miškas.” Thank you to everyone who joined us and to all the performers for a wonderful time! Participating artists in the exhibition: Barbora Matonytė Indrė Milašiūtė Gabrielė Vetkinaitė Greta Grikevičiūtė Pijus Čeikauskas Augustinas Milašius Liudvikas Kesminas The exhibition runs through August 11. We invite you to come and experience it! ...
Winners of the Most Beautiful Floral Carpet Contest Awarded
Rain is no obstacle when the smiles of the contest participants are so warm! The creators of the most beautiful floral carpets have been awarded. On Saturday, July 26, the uncertain weather forecast in Anykščiai caused some concern, so the awards ceremony of the international floral carpet competition "Festival by the Šventoji" was moved from A. Baranauskas Square to the cozy Angels Museum. During the event, teams and winners were honored and received their prizes. The cultural program featured a performance by the traditional kanklės (Baltic zither) ensemble Laumakė from the Anykščiai Cultural Center, led by Asta Motuzienė. Words ...
Winners of the National Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris Art Awards Competition
“I believe that if you are born in a certain country, of a certain nation and faith, you have the duty—your inborn obligation—to give back your share to that nation.”— Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris On July 22, at the Angels Museum, the awards ceremony for the National Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris Art Awards Competition was held, coinciding with the 15th‑anniversary celebration of the Angels Museum. In the branch of the Anykščiai Arts Centre, a large gathering of artists, art lovers and friends of the museum came together. The concert program featured mezzo‑soprano Judita Leitaitė and pianist Beata Andriuškevičienė, and the event was hosted by ...
Sacred Music Concert: Sonum Brass Ensemble and Rimvydas Mitkus
The 13th edition of the "Music Weekends in Anykščiai" festival is in full swing! We warmly invite you to a concert of sacred music in Lithuania’s tallest twin-towered church. Sunday, July 27, 12:00 PM at St. Matthew’s Church, Vilniaus St. 8, Anykščiai. 8. Performers: Sonum Brass Ensemble:Aretas Baranauskas (flugelhorn)Valentas Marozas (trombone)Sergijus Kirsenka (tuba) Rimvydas Mitkus (organ) Program:LASSO/ Shmidt Motet „Cantate Domino“Henry Purcell „Canon“William Byrd „Pavan“Daniel Speer – Sonatas No. 1 and No. 2Thomas Morley „Siuita“: Fantasia Aire Lady those eyes See See, Myne Owne Sweet Jewel Joy joy doth so ariseJ. S. Bach „Adagio“Theodor Hlouschek „Barockes Konzert“ 2 and ...
Let’s celebrate the Angel Museum’s 15th anniversary together!
BEATRIČĖ KLEIZAITĖ‑VASARIS ART AWARDS Dear friends of the Angel Museum—artists, patrons, and supporters — you are warmly invited on July 22 at 5:30 PM to the Angel Museum (Vilniaus St. 11, Anykščiai) for the commemorative event marking the 100th anniversary of our benefactor Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris’s birth. During the evening we will honor the winners and participants of the Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris Art Awards competition and celebrate the Angel Museum’s fifteenth birthday. A concert program will be presented by Judita Leitaitė (mezzosoprano), Beata Andriuškevičienė (piano) and Virginija Kochanskytė (actress and event host). The national competition for angel-sculpture artworks—part of the Beatričė Kleizaitė‑Vasaris ...