Lecture “Traditional Latvian Rural Landscape Gardens in Contemporary and Historical Context”

Dr.arch. Linda Balode is a landscape architect and researcher whose professional work combines academic research with practical landscape architecture projects. She has studied sensory gardens and parks, as well as the impact of therapeutic gardens and natural spaces on human well-being and their potential for development. Alongside her academic work, she also practices as a landscape architect. In her professional activities, Linda Balode demonstrates that landscape architecture can serve as both a creative environment and a healing resource.

Participation is free of charge. No prior registration required.

The lecture is part of the Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027 programme. The event is organized with the financial support of the foundation “Liepāja 2027”, the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, and Kuldiga District Council.

This is an educational lecture within the series “ABC of the Old Town Garden”, organised as part of the “Genius Loci Programme.” The series consists of six lectures and workshops focusing on historic gardens and gardens in historic settings, suitable plants, and garden maintenance. The programme will be implemented in 2025 and 2026. In October 2, 2026, professionals and others interested in the field will be invited to an international forum on this topic, offering insights into historic gardens in different countries around the world.
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