Rooted Heritage

Project Overview:

Rooted Heritage strengthens cross-border community ties between Mustvee in Estonia and Cēsis in Latvia through activities focused on heritage plant preservation. The project addresses shared challenges such as rural depopulation, social isolation among older adults and the decline of traditional ecological and cultural knowledge. Heritage plants are used as a way to connect people, preserve traditions and promote local identity.

Project Objective

The objective is to enhance cooperation between the two communities by preserving heritage plant varieties, sharing traditional knowledge and involving community members in cross-border cultural activities that build belonging and strengthen regional identity.

Key Activities

• Heritage plant preservation activities involving both communities.
• Workshops that engage older adults to share traditional knowledge.
• Cross-border community events highlighting cultural and ecological heritage.
• Intergenerational learning opportunities focused on traditions and biodiversity.

Expected Results:

• Stronger community connections between Mustvee and Cēsis.
• Greater participation of older adults and reduced social isolation.
• Preservation and sharing of traditional plant-related knowledge.
• Higher awareness of cultural heritage linked to biodiversity.