On 17 June 1940, the Soviet Union (USSR) occupied Latvia. Already in autumn, the occupying regime set up the headquarters of its repressive body, the Cheka, in a building on the corner of Brīvības and Stabu Streets in Riga. In the course of time, this building was popularly nicknamed the “Corner House”. It was used to imprison and interrogate Latvian citizens whom the occupation authorities considered to be opponents of the communist regime. During the Soviet occupation, the Cheka initiated 48 000 criminal cases in Latvia for “crimes” against the communist regime. In 1991, the restored Latvian state declared the State Security Committee a criminal organisation against the interests of the Latvian people and dissolved it.

Lesson “Exploring History at the Corner House”. For grades 9 – 12

Visit the Latvian Occupation Museum’s exhibition “The History of the Cheka in Latvia” and join a guided tour of the Cheka’s basement, courtyard and cells!

ADMISSION FEE

• Adults 15,00 EUR
• Pupils, students 5,00 EUR
• The lesson is free of charge for the accompanying teacher.

Admission to the museum exhibition halls is free!

IMPORTANT

For politically repressed persons and persons with disabilities the tour is free of charge upon presentation of a certificate.

The tour takes place in authentic premises.

Children under 14 are not recommended.

The museum is open all year round. For information about opening hours on public holidays, please call +371 27875692.

To book a tour or for further information, please call +371 66154276, +371 27875692 or email kgb@okupacijasmuzejs.lv

Photos from the museum archives.