Free Sunday 15 June
-- None --, Ādaži municipality
Jomas street 7, LV-2163, Carnikava
https://www.nkmp.gov.lv/lv/jaunums/notiks-ikgadejas-eiropas-arheologijas-dienasOn 15 June, the National Heritage Board of Latvia is organising an open workshop and seminar on underwater archaeology for anyone interested in the subject. The event consists of several parts, including a lecture on underwater cultural heritage, a video montage about diving to wrecks, an exhibition called 'Tales from the Depths of the Sea', an archaeology sandbox and some practical work. Certified divers will also have the opportunity to go wreck diving in the Gulf of Riga.
Discovery tour
Diving tour to historic shipwrecks in the Gulf of Riga
Join the diving club "Daivings” on a tour of underwater cultural heritage sites in the Gulf of Riga. This tour is only available to certified divers, and advance registration is required. For more information and to register: +371 22 077 202.
Adults
50.00 €
Sunday 15 June de 09:00 à 13:00 (for certified divers only)
Lecture
Underwater Archaeology and Underwater Cultural Heritage in Latvia
A lecture by K.M. Molls, a specialist from the National Heritage Board, on underwater archaeological heritage in Latvia, how it is identified, and its future possibilities. The lecture will be followed by a discussion. All those interested in the subject are welcome to join. Afterwards, a video montage of shipwreck surveys will be shown.
General public
Free
Sunday 15 June de 13:00 à 14:00
Exhibition
'Tales from the Depths of the Sea'
This exhibition showcases photos taken by Latvian divers exploring shipwrecks at Cape Kolka in the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga. The exhibition was created by the NGO "Domesnes" to celebrate the 140th anniversary of the Kolka Lighthouse.
General public
Free
Sunday 15 June de 13:00 à 17:00
Accessibility Hearing disability
Workshop
Discover archaeology
Opportunity to conduct small excavations in the archaeological sandbox under the guidance of experienced archaeologists and acquire skills in surveying shipwrecks, boats and anchors.
Family, General public
Free
Sunday 15 June de 14:00 à 17:00
Press contact:
Linda Zonne-Zumberga
linda.zonne-zumberga@mantojums.lv
+37126487228
Event location. Photo by K. M. Molls
Modern Age wooden shipwreck surveyed in 2024. Photo by Dronelab
Front of the event location. Photo by K. M. Molls
Boats that will be measured and surveyed during the event. Photo by. K. M. Molls