Juicy Stories from Interwar Kaunas
Did you know that in 1931 Lithuania adopted the Law on intoxicating substances? This law regulated the production, import, export, possession, and trade of intoxicating drugs — in other words, it was legislation governing narcotic substances.
What psychotropic substances were used during the interwar period?
Among the 19 substances listed in the law were opium, morphine, heroin, cocaine, and Indian hemp (cannabis). The legislation clearly stated that these intoxicating substances could only be used for medical or educational purposes.
The law also specified that “individuals or institutions that manufacture, import, export, sell, or otherwise transfer such substances, or use them for scientific purposes, must keep specific records indicating the quantities and names of the substances produced, processed, received, or distributed, as well as their origin and to whom they were transferred or for what purpose they were used.”
Interwar Kaunas
We explore these intriguing topics during the guided tour “Juicy stories from interwar Kaunas”. Along the way, you’ll also hear gossip about the most prominent figures of the time, learn about legal prostitution, fashion trends, the rise and fall of political powers, and the most important entertainment venues of the temporary capital.
You can explore more tour options on the Ekskursijos Kaune website.
To arrange a tour time, contact us anytime by email at labas@paragaukistorijos.lt or by phone at +370 611 35830, Monday–Thursday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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