European Commission and Europa Nostra Winners of the 2022 European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards, Funded by the EU Creative Europe Program. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Europe’s most prestigious award in the heritage field. Awarded 30 outstanding heritage achievements from 18 European countries In 5 categories. These categories are in line with the latest trends and priorities related to European heritage policies and practices, according to WorldAkkam.com.
Winners are celebrated by September 26 of Prague and European Heritage Awards CeremonyHeld at the recently restored State Opera, co-sponsored by Mariya Gabriel of the European Commission for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth and Dr. Hermann Purzinger, Executive President of Europa Nostra.
In response to the 2022 winners’ announcement, European Commission member Mariya Gabriel said:All the winners of this year’s European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards congratulate you on their outstanding quality and openness to innovation. 2022 is a special year celebrating the 20th anniversary of the EU Cultural Heritage Awards, the most prestigious award in the European heritage community. Many of the award-winning initiatives show the great interest and involvement of young people in our heritage, history and cultural identity. This is especially relevant for this European youth year. A special idea goes to two Ukrainian winners.Creative Europe, co-founded in the award, means promoting culture and creativity in building an inclusive and cohesive society based on Europe’s core values… “
Dr. Hermann Purzinger, Executive President of Europa Nostra, said:This year’s winners are in developing a circular economy that helps our heritage reconnect us with nature, create a sense of belonging and a sense of place, and support a sustainable and comprehensive lifestyle. A powerful example of being an essential component. I congratulate these extraordinary winners, both professionals and enthusiasts, for their essential and admirable work.“.
Winners of the 2022 European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards
Preservation and adaptive use
Aachen Battery, Atlantikwall Raversyde, West Flanders, Belgium
The Aachen is the only German World War I coastal artillery that has enough left for visitors to grasp its structure. This will bring great importance and educational value in Europe to the restoration and regeneration of the site.
Villa E-1027, Roc Brune Cap Martin, France
Villa E-1027 was designed in the 1920s by Irish architect and furniture designer Eileen Gray and Romanian architect Jambadwig. Its complete restoration, down to all internal objects and materials, including an advanced system to avoid corrosion, is an example of the preservation of modernist architecture.
Episkopi, Sikinos, Greek monuments
This impressive Roman mausoleum was converted into a Byzantine church. In other words, it survives almost unscathed. A combination of scrutiny and careful protection has resulted in a quality restoration project.
Atlungstad Distillery, Ottestad, Norway
Founded in 1855, it is the oldest distillery in Norway that is still in use today. The rehabilitation included the reuse of old factory machinery, the restoration of the industrial characteristics of the building, and the provision of new socio-cultural objectives.
Convent of the Capuchos, Sintra, Portugal
Built in 1560, this monk’s complex in the primeval forest of Sintra breathes spiritual dedication and asceticism. All buildings and their decorative features have been restored by combining traditional techniques with innovative solutions.
House of Religious Freedom, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
This 15th century building is one of the oldest and most important buildings in Cluj-Napoca. After a decade of restoration process, the townhouse has been reopened as a cultural center dedicated to the ideals of religious freedom and tolerance.
Ray Island, Menorca Island, Spain
Rehab on Lei Island is a fruitful collaboration between a foundation founded by local volunteers who turned a naval hospital built in 1711 into a museum, and a Swiss art gallery that restored and delicately reused the Langara annex. Is the result of.
St. Andrew’s Church, Kyiv, Ukraine
This comprehensive and well-documented restoration returned an important cultural and spiritually valuable monument to the Ukrainian people. The church is now functioning as a museum, hosting church services, scientific and educational events, and chamber music concerts.
research
Heritage Opportunities / Threats within Mega Events in Europe (HOMEE), Cyprus / Italy / Poland / UK
The project explored the opportunities and challenges of hosting mega-events in heritage cities and established an important quality framework for future events.
Silk Know, France / Germany / Italy / Poland / Slovenia / Spain
This Horizontal 2020 project goes beyond current technology to create a comprehensive intelligent computing system that enhances understanding and knowledge of European silk heritage.
This large-scale citizen science project in the field of archeology has discovered new archaeological objects and combined cutting-edge technology with community building.
Italy, Sicilian Puppet Show Protection
This project proposes measures to protect, promote and sustainably manage the intangible heritage of Sicilian puppet theater.
Education, training, skills
Apprentice with Master, Finland
In this project, young and old generations will come together equally and cooperate in sharing activities on cultural heritage. This is an exciting new model for the transmission of intangible cultural heritage.
International course on Norwegian timber conservation techniques
An interdisciplinary approach to this course allows professionals from different backgrounds and countries to further deepen their education and expertise in the field of wooden heritage.
TISH Jewish Food Festival, Warsaw, Poland
Through this Jewish Food Heritage Festival, participants will talk about their shared history, fight stereotypes, and break down barriers through a series of culinary workshops and food tastings.
Pisk School Museum and Workshop, Romania
Cultural heritage, contemporary art and pottery have come together to create a cultural and educational hub in the former pottery factory. Summer schools, workshops and cultural events can help convey this fascinating heritage.
This project will help convey the skills and knowledge of traditional Romanian shirts and make a strong statement to the “fast fashion” industry.
With an immersive audiovisual experience, Symphony raises awareness and awareness of the legacy of a new generation of classical music.
