Description
This project establishes an Ethnographic Museum in the building Thracian Inn, making the collection accessible whilst fully maintaining the original features of the building and providing space for indoor and outdoor exhibitions. The project envisages activities with a holistic approach that will achieve the programme objectives – restoration and conservation of cultural heritage for future generations, cultural history documented and presentation of contemporary arts and culture, and promotion for cultural diversity. The project results in: the restoration and preservation of immovable cultural property of national significance; the revitalization of exhibition spaces through interactive technologies; the protection of cultural heritage and the development of an outdoor exhibition space. The exhibitions will comprise exhibits of the Southern Back Sea coast and coastal Strandja. The project also envisages Roma community inclusion in the activities aimed at safe-guarding cultural heritage spaces and developing an open air museum. The Sozopol Foundation as a partner in this project will be providing valuable experience and know-how. The project benefits the residents of Sozopol municipality, people offering basic and additional tourist services, scientists and researchers in the field of cultural heritage, and Bulgarian and foreign tourists visiting Sozopol and the region. Furthermore, the activities ensure accessibility for people with disabilities. The project also aims to show that when financial resources are provided and there is good partnership between state, municipal and non-governmental sector, very good results in the restoration and conservation of cultural and architectural heritage of Bulgaria can be achieved.
Summary of project results
Project “Sozopol - preserved cultural heritage and cultural identity through the ages“ is essential for sustainable development in the town of Sozopol and the cross border region. Objectives of the project are: preservation of the rich cultural heritage in the Bulgarian lands; conservation, restoration, adaptation and socialization of a building of national importance; establishment of Ethnographic Museum; promoting the objectives and results of the project; ptoviding accessibility to the renovated site for all; achieve smart, sustainable and inclusive growth in the town of Sozopol. The achieved results are: restoration and preservation of cultural heritage for future generations; built Ethnographic Museum in the town of Sozopol; socialization of cultural monument of great importance; documentation of culture, cultural history and heritage; presentation of contemporary arts and culture and contribution to cultural diversity; achieve smart, sustainable and inclusive growth in the town of Sozopol and the cross border region. The project is of great importance on national level, as well as in Europe and worldwide. The authenticity of the site is maximum preserved in carrying out conservation and restoration activities. The functionality of the renovated building has been amended and improved. Thus made another step towards the transformation of Bulgaria's cultural heritage more accessible and attractive for both Bulgarians and guests from abroad, including for people with disabilities. The project ensures progress for local people and new opportunities to improve their competitiveness. It contributes to smart, sustainable and inclusive growth in the town of Sozopol. The project consist restoration and conservation of the Thracian house (c.18th century) - an architectural monument of culture from the Renaissance period which is located in the old part of Sozopol. Authentic look of the yard gives the sheds and verandas formed by looms, wine barrels, grapes, agricultural tools, minder and household equipment. The exposition which includes more than 300 exhibits recreates the coziness of the former Sozopol house with the soft and the fireplace beside it, filled with kitchen utensils. The accents of the exposition are the traditional fabrics and clothing typical of the ethnographic groups of rupets, gorges and thrones, which inhabit the area of Sozopol in the XVIII-XIX centuries. Costumes, beautiful tablecloths and colored rugs, colorful aprons, pillows and cufflinks are part of the multicolored, which contrasts with the darkened floors and ceilings.
Summary of bilateral results