On the evening of June 12, we met with participants of the Liepāja 2027 Ambassador Programme who could not be with us at the first gathering in May.
During the event, ambassador badges – symbolising their belonging to the story of the land of (un)rest – were presented to singer Ance Krauze, artist Annemarija Gulbe, composer Uldis Marhilevičs, travel agency “JA Travel” director Agita Kurzeme, ship captain Jānis Freimanis, local historian Lelde Jagmina, and entrepreneur from Kuldīga municipality, Artis Rozītis.
These gatherings are important for strengthening the Liepāja 2027 ambassador community – to connect more closely, share ideas, and discuss how each of us can contribute to the European Capital of Culture journey.
We spoke about what Liepāja, Kuldīga, and the South Kurzeme (Dienvidkurzeme) region mean to each ambassador, as well as the themes and values we feel are essential to cultivate – both within the cultural programme and in society more broadly. From tourism development and visual arts to education projects, environmental issues, and civic participation – each ambassador’s experience and input plays a meaningful role in our shared path forward.
Thank you to our ambassadors for your responsiveness, presence, openness, and insights. The journey toward the European Capital of Culture continues!
As a result of the Liepāja 2027 Youth Pilot Project idea competition, a unique solstice night event called Ravegrieži will take place on June 20, the eve of the Līgo festival, in the heart of Kuldīga – at the hangar on Piltenes Street 25a. The event will run from 21:00 to 02:00, offering a one-of-a-kind experience in the spirit of the summer solstice.
As part of the Capacity Building program supported by “Liepāja 2027,” an international design masterclass titled “Renewable Resources in Material-Based Design Approach” took place in May this year at the Liepāja Music, Art and Design Secondary School.
