Azores Government approves over 246,000 euros for Regional Handicrafts

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The Regional Government of the Azores has announced an investment of over 246 thousand euros aimed at developing the archipelago’s handicrafts sector through the Incentive System for the Development of Azores Handicrafts (SIDART). This amount marks an increase of 31 thousand euros compared to the previous year. A total of 160 projects have been approved, 11 more than in 2023, reflecting the growing interest of local artisans in the program. The funding supports various areas, including innovation, qualification, sector development, and training. Read more: HERE

6th Natural Fibres Festival

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The Natural Fibres Festival returns to the Old Boiler Orchard of Lagoa das Furnas on 3 and 4 August 2024. This event is dedicated to the preservation, promotion and innovation of regional handicrafts that use natural fibres as their raw material. With workshops, exhibitions and talks, the festival promotes ecological practices and local crafts. It’s an opportunity to discover unique products and value the Azorean cultural heritage. Read more: HERE Fonte: Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Ação Climática