The House of the Blackheads is one of the hallmarks of Riga, which attracts the attention of all guests of the city with its unusual view and quaint architecture. The building was built in the XIV century. for various meetings of townspeople, and from the 17th century. it became the property of the Brotherhood of Blackheads - an association of young unmarried merchants and merchants of foreign origin. The Blackheads used the building for their representative, business purposes and ceremonial events, their goods were also stored there. During the Second World War, the House of the Blackheads fell into ruins, but in 1999 it was rebuilt for the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Riga.
Visitors to this architectural monument will be interested not only in its unusual facade with sculptures and clocks, but also in its rich interior decoration: painted ceilings, weapons and armor, stained-glass windows with ornaments, crystal chandeliers and much more. Currently, there is a museum and a concert hall, exhibitions and official receptions for foreign delegations are also periodically held there.