On 31 October, EU Ambassador to Armenia Vassilis Maragos joined the Matenadaran Museum to launch the new "Know-How, Arts and Crafts in Medieval Armenia" laboratory, a project funded by the EU (sign) through the KATAPULT-Artbox initiative. The project will empower creative professionals and offer a fresh approach to the craftsmanship in Armenia. The EU and Armenia are working together to foster the preservation of Armenia's rich cultural heritage.
On this occasion, the Ambassador Maragos said: “The arts and crafts preserved here capture Armenia's history and offer knowledge that inspires today’s innovation. Combining modern research with ancient techniques, this laboratory will enable new approaches in restoration, conservation, and craftsmanship - further strengthening Armenia’s creative industries and emphasizing the EU's commitment to cultural preservation”.
