No 20196
Craftsmen
Craftsmen Latvia, Latgale, Līvānu novads

The Latgale Art and Crafts Centre in Livani

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Latvian Heritage
Latvian Heritage

For the promotion of the tradition and skills in the craft – glassblowing

The glass-blower Aleksandrs Logvins is the only master of this craft with a 34 years of experience in the craft, who has continuously worked in it, continuing the traditions initiated at Līvāni Glass Factory. The only publicly accessible glassblowing workshop in Latvia is established at the Art and Crafts Centre of Līvāni, where a craftsman in action can be observed. An exposition dedicated to Līvāni Glass Factory company can also be seen at the centre.

Silver Suitcase
Silver Suitcase

A tour of the centre is available for EUR 1.50 for all senior citizens.

This is a modern and contemporary centre, including an old and restored granary. It offers an exhibition hall, an historical exhibition, a shop where you can purchase crafts, and a conference hall. Craftspeople from the region work here, and you watch them at work or try your own hand at what they are doing.

For parties Beautiful sights Seminars For children and teenagers Distance from countries capital city177 Season1-12 Accepts individual travellers Internet access This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance Accepts tourist groups Disable Access
Rooms for  festivitiesRooms for seminarsNo smoking ScreenLCD/ProjectorCopier Facilities  appropriate for childrenTour guide services Nearest train station1kmNearest bus stop1kmNearest restaurantNearest town Hosts speak EnglishHosts speak Russian