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FAQ

1. WHAT ARE THE COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS WHEN VISITING THE ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM (ETM)?

As of April 2022 medical face masks and National Certificate are no longer necessary. We recommend disinfecting your hands before touching the interactive exhibits, observing distance and other hygiene requirements.

You can find more about Covid-19-related restrictions here.

2. IS ETM FREE TO VISIT THE LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH?

Yes, from May 2022 ETM can be visited for free on the last Sunday of the month. The full list of free museums on the last Sunday of the month can be found here.

3. IS ETM A "STATE MUSEUM"?

No. Energy and Technology Museum is a municipal museum. The legal status of the museum is the one of public enterprise. The museum is managed by five joint owners: Vilnius City Municipality, Vilnius Heating Network (CHC), The Lithuanian District Heating Association (LDHA), The National Lithuanian Energy Association (NLEA) and The Lithuanian Electricity Association (LEA).

4. IS ETM OPEN ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS?

No, on public holidays the museum is closed. Also, on an eve of a public holiday the museum closes an hour earlier.

5. I'M PLANING TO VISIT THE MUSEUM WITH A GROUP. SHOULD WE INFORM ABOUT OUR VISIT IN ADVANCE?

Yes, for your convenience we recommend to inform us about group visits in advance so that we can be prepared. You can reach us by calling (+370 5) 275 4312, sending an email to [email protected] or messaging on Facebook.

6. CAN I BRING A DOG TO A MUSEUM?

Yes, you can bring your dog to a museum! We ask that you don't leave pets unattended. Also, make sure that other visitors are comfortable. In case of complaint, we may ask you to move on to the next exposition hall.

7. IS MY 4 YEAR OLD GOING TO BE ENTERTAINED?

Yes! Most of the exhibits in Energy and Technology Museum are colourful and interactive, therefore kids are required to touch and explore the exhibition. The thematic tour “Science & Technology for Kids” is a number one choice for families with children or small groups of preschoolers.

8. CAN I TAKE PICTURES OF FILM IN THE MUSEUM?

Yes. You can take pictures and videos and we encourage you to post it on social media (@etmvilnius on Instagram). For commercial photo shoots and commercials contact us at [email protected] or (+370 5) 234 0420.

9. DOES ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM HAVE A FREE PARKING LOT?

No, museum doesn't have its own free parking lot. There is a city parking by the museum charged at a Red zone rate: 1.5 Eur/hour (I–VI 8:00-22:00).

10. DOES ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM HAVE AN EXHIBITION OF OLD CARS?

Not any more. Transport Exposition in Energy and Technology Museum was closed in Mach 2018. Afterwards museum renovation works begun and old cars were returned to their owners car collectors. The Transport Exhibition building was dismantled. Currently under the previous exposition, the new Transformation Hall is undergoing construction. 

11. IS THERE AN ELEVATOR?

Yes, during the renovation of the museum and in order to increase the accessibility of exhibits for people with disabilities and families with small children, an elevator was installed in the museum.

12. IS THERE A LOCKER?

Yes. Upon your arrival, you can leave your personal belongings in the locker. The lockers are each locked with a key. You can find it on the ground floor near Visitor Centre. Please take your valuables with you. 

Do you have any more questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
[email protected] | +370 5 275 4312

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