The museum is part of the larger Daugyvenė Cultural History Museum complex, which manages various heritage sites in the region.
Many of the wooden buildings were moved to this specific site to prevent their decay and to create an authentic village layout from the 19th century.
The site includes a working windmill, a rare example of preserved rural technology in this region.
Traditional agricultural implements are kept in the original outbuildings, allowing visitors to see the tools used for grain processing and livestock management.
The museum actively hosts the 'Daugyvenė village music' festival series, emphasizing local folk heritage.
Kleboniškių kaimo buities ekspozicija is an open-air museum located in the Radviliškis district, functioning as a branch of the Daugyvenė Cultural History Museum. It features a collection of authentic 19th-century and early 20th-century rural buildings, including residential houses, barns, granaries, and a threshing barn, relocated from the surrounding region. The museum preserves the traditional Aukštaitija ethnographic landscape, emphasizing the preservation of wooden architecture and folk construction techniques. Visitors can explore furnished interiors that replicate the living conditions and agricultural practices of Lithuanian peasants from the past. The site is situated along the Daugyvenė River, which forms part of the natural museum setting. It serves as an active space for educational workshops, folk music festivals, and traditional craft demonstrations throughout the warmer months.
The elevated paths near the old windmill provide the most comprehensive panoramic view of the village layout.
Wear comfortable, flat walking shoes, as the pathways between the wooden buildings are unpaved and uneven.
Bring insect repellent if visiting during the summer months, as the proximity to the river can lead to high mosquito activity.
Check the official museum website before traveling for specific festival or educational event dates.
Do not attempt to walk through the village in high-heeled or formal footwear, as the terrain is soft, grassy, and potentially muddy.
Operates seasonally; typically closed during the winter months when outdoor exhibits are inaccessible, and usually closed on Mondays.
Respect the historic structures by not touching the fragile interior exhibits and following signs regarding restricted areas inside the old houses.
