European Heritage Days 2026 in Vilnius: history, crafts and string instrument making
European Heritage Days event in Vilnius about stringed instrument craftsmanship, their making and restoration, as well as instrument makers who worked in Vilnius in the 17th century.
European Archaeology Days
Discover the history of the old violin makers of Vilnius and their contribution to the city's musical and cultural heritage. Free educational session on the occasion of European Archaeology Days.
European Arts and Crafts Days are coming to Vilnius
From 7 to 12 April 2026, the European Days of Artistic Crafts (EDAC) will take place in Vilnius. We invite you to take part in the educational session „Forgotten violin makers of old Vilnius“ and discover the traditions of stringed instrument making.
Documentary film „Forgotten Violin Makers of Old Vilnius“
Watch the documentary film „Forgotten Violin Makers of Old Vilnius“ and discover the history of Vilnius violin makers, the traditions of stringed instrument making and the city's musical heritage from the 16th to the 20th century.
Concert-lecture series
The concert-lecture cycle in the project „Forgotten Violin Makers of Old Vilnius“ introduces the heritage of Vilnius violin makers, the history of string instruments, and the creative work of M. K. Čiurlionis.
Forgotten Masters of Old Vilnius Violins informational leaflet
Informational leaflet about Vilnius violin makers, the traditions of stringed instrument making and the city's significant musical and cultural heritage.
Procurement of specialized materials
Projekte „Pamiršti Senojo Vilniaus smuikų meistrai“ įsigytos specializuotos medžiagos naudojamos styginių instrumentų restauravimui, rekonstrukcijai ir edukacinei veiklai.
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