European Arts and Crafts Days (EMAD)

The 12th European Arts and Crafts Days (EMAD) will be held in Vilnius from 7 to 12 April 2026. This year's theme is "Cœurs à l'ouvrage" (Hearts at Work).

This is the largest festival in Europe dedicated to crafts, their creators and everyone who wants to get to know living traditions better. Throughout the week, the city will host meetings with craftsmen, practical demonstrations, discussions and education - activities for everyone, from the most curious children to adults.

**All events are free**

We also invite you to visit the activities organized by **Vilnius City B. Dankvartas String Instrument Workshop and School**.

Savičiaus St. 10 (Gerardas Rūkas Stringed Instruments and Bows Gallery-Workshop) will host educational events:

**"Forgotten Violin Masters of Old Vilnius"**

What will you see and learn?

– Vilnius string instrument making traditions

– The history of the Dankwart family

– the process of restoring instruments

– materials and craftsmanship

The activity will be conducted by:

Gerardas Rūkas

Assoc. Prof. Donatas Bagurskas

Registration: gerardas@grukas.com

+370 613 50545 | +370 686 17901

This is a great opportunity not only to see, but also to feel how instruments are born and how old crafts live on today.

Organizer: Public Institution Vilnius Old Town Renovation Agency