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The "Save Georgian Cultural Heritage" programme, started in 1996, is conducted by the Georgian Arts and Culture Center in conjunction with a number of other institutions such as governmental institutions, and international conservation agencies to provide diagnostic studies, coordination of conservation and restoration works, and increased cooperation between international and Georgian restorers to improve restoration techniques.
The Programme covers mainly two fiealds:
A. Preseravtion of Medievel Monuments - The priorities of this program include the study of the present conditions of the medieval monuments and frescos and the definition and implementation of appropriate conservation treatment. The main focus has been on microbiological damage and the environmental or other conditions for its cause. At the same time we support the inclusion of young Georgian specialists into the projects with the view of gaining the experience. This programme alsoworks to promote the medieval monuments and murals to both local and international audience. The program aims to support sustainable development in the regions by empowering local communities to assist in the maintenance of the monuments, fundraising and development of cultural tourism.
In 2006, the Georgian Arts & Culture Center and Conservazione Beni Culturali, Rome (Italy) had been awarded European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra medal in the category of Architectural Heritage for the project of the Timotesubani Church of the Virgin.
B. Support to Georgian Museums - The priorities of GACC's effort to support Georgian museums include the promotion of the less known Georgian national treasures from Georgian museums, local institutions and privet collections; drawing public attention to the challenges museums face; the development and marketing of commercially viable product lines based on the creative inspirations of Georgian Cultural heritage; and support for the economic sustainability of the museums._________________________________________
May, 2013 - The works at St Marine Chapel and Southern Porch at the Church of the Virgin in Gelati Monastery are on the final stage. Project "Conservation of the Frescos of St Marine Chapel and South Narthex at the Church of the Virgin in Gelati Monastery" was financed by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, the Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation.
Programme News
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Past Projects
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _2012-2013 - Conservation of the Frescos of St Marine Chapel at the Church of the Virgin in Gelati Monastery" financed by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, the Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation.
2011 - Emergency stabilization of the Ikvi Church of St.George. “Cultural Emergency Response” programme of the Prince Claus Fund
2009 - Eemergency stabilisation of the Ephiscopal Palace of Nikozi monsatery complex; “Cultural Emergency Response” programme of the Prince Claus Fund
2006-2008 - Restoration of the frescos of Martvili Church. The Getty Grant Program, Ministry of Culture, Monuments protection and Sports of Georgia
2006-2007 - Rehabilitation of the architectural structure of the Martvili Church. The Foundation for the Rescue and Preservation of Historical monuments of Georgia
2003-2004 - Diagnostic study and determination of restoration needs of Martvili Church. The Getty Grant Program
2004-2006 - Emergency treatment and conservation of the frescoes of Timotesubani Church of the Virgin.World Monuments Fund ®/The Samuel H. Kress Foundation, The Foundation for the Rescue and Preservation of Historical monuments of Georgia, World Monuments Fund ®/ Robert Wilson Challenge, Georgian Ministry of Culture, Monuments Protection and Sports
2003-2004 - Diagnostic study and determination of restoration needs of the North & South Chapels of Gelati MonasterU.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, the Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation
2002-2003 - Rehabilitation of architectural structure Timotesubani Church of the Virgin.World Monuments Fund ®/The Samuel H. Kress Foundation.
2000-2001 - Diagnostic study and determination of restoration needs Timotesubani Church of the Virgin. World Monuments Fund ®/The Samuel H. Kress Foundation.
1998-2000 - Rehabilitation of the architectural structure of the Kintsvisi Church of St.Nicholas. Implemented in cooperation with: the GACC, Fund for Preservation of the Cultural Heritage of Georgia & Conservatione Beni Culturali. Funded by: OSGF, the Fund for Preservation of the Cultural Heritage of Georgia, the World Bank/ Italian Trust Fund.
1996-1998 - Diagnostic study and determination of restoration needs of the Kintsvisi Church of St.Nicholas. Implemented in cooperation with: Conservatione Beni Culturali.(Rome,Italy) and the GACC. Funded by: OSGF, the World Bank/ Italian Trust Fund.
The programme in progress since 1996
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Goals and Objectives
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __• To preserve Georgian cultural heritage.
• To coordinate the activities of the cultural heritage initiative on national and international levels.
• To carry out diagnostic studies, research, and conservation activities for Georgian historical monuments.
• To encourage the use of international conservation practice in Georgia through the development of exchanges between Georgian and international restorers.
• To support the strengthening of the management and financial structures of Georgian cultural institutions.
• To engage in fundraising for the preservation and conservation of Georgian historical art.