Skills and knowledge endure as long as they remain relevant in people’s lives—preserved, practiced, valued, and passed down through generations. They fade away when society no longer needs them, or when methods or techniques are no longer applied in modern times.
In response to urbanization and industrialization, many people around the world are returning to handmade objects that embody the knowledge and cultural values passed down by craftsmen and artisans.
To preserve these invaluable skills and inspire society, the Latgale Planning Region is producing 10 captivating and educational videos showcasing Latgale’s craftsmen and the continued relevance of their work. This initiative is part of the Digital Tourism in Crafts project (D-Tour; No LL-00100).
Soon, we will have the chance to meet 10 talented Latgalian craftsmen and learn about their experiences in preserving and applying their skills in today’s world. The videos will highlight various traditional techniques, including needlework, plant-based yarn dyeing, wood carving, crochet, embroidery, bead knitting, music instrument making, hemp products, soap making, and stained glass. This project presents an excellent opportunity to inspire craft enthusiasts, those eager to learn new skills, and anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Latgale!
The project “Digital crafts tourism” (acronym D-tour; No LL-00100) is co-funded by the European Union. The project is implemented within the Interreg VI-A Latvia-Lithuania Programme 2021-2027.
The total project budget is EUR 697 275. The project is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund with EUR 557 820.
Interreg VI-A Latvia–Lithuania Programme 2021–2027 aims to enhance the sustainable and cohesive socioeconomic development of its regions by fostering competitiveness and attractiveness for residents, students, workers, and visitors alike, thereby creating environments conducive to living, studying, working, and visiting.
Programme website: http://www.latlit.eu. About the project: latlit.eu/theprojects/d-tour/.
This publication has been produced with the financial assistance of the European Union. The content of this publication is the sole responsibility of the Latgale Planning Region and does not necessarily represent the official position of the European Parliament
Project manager: Sarmīte Teivāne, +371 65423801, e-mail: sarmite.teivane@lpr.gov.lv, Latgale Planning Region.
