Video from the opening of the Cultural Mill
Let’s experience it again. Opening of the Cultural Mill in Budry – August 2022.
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Summary of the project
The Budry commune together with the Zanavykai Museum in Lithuania implemented a project entitled “On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai -Budry” under the Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland Cooperation Program 2014-2020. The main goal of cooperation between people and institutions was achieved by a series of projects based on cross-border cooperation and learning about…
The ceremonial opening of the Craftsman’s House
2022-08-25 Zanavykų muziejuje vyko iškilmingas Amatininkų namų atidarymas, kuriame dalyvavo mūsų bendruomenės atstovai. Tądien vyko tarptautinė konferencija „Susitikime vidury kelio“, apibendrinusi projektą „Kultūros ir amatų kelyje – Šakių-Budry“. Susitikime skaitė pranešimus: Violeta Kasperavičiūtė – Kultūros paveldo departamentas prie Kultūros ministerijos – Alytaus-Marijampolės departamento patarėjas Józef Markiewicz – Budry komunos meras, Edgaras Pilypaitis – Šakių meras,…
The premiere 3D mapping show
3D mapping was a beautiful culmination of the opening of the Mill in Budry. The unique and phenomenal animation delighted residents, tourists and guests.More opportunities to watch live mapping soon. We will present the show again on September 11 and 17.
Photos from the opening of the Cultural Mill
We invite you to watch the photo report of the opening of the Cultural Mill in Budry, which took place on Sunday, August 7, 2022.
Opening of the mill in Budry
The head of the Budry commune, Józef Markiewicz cordially invites you to participate in the event “Water for the mill – opening of the mill in Budry”, which will take place on Sunday, August 7, 2022. Event program: 16.00 – The ceremonial opening of the Cultural Mill in Budry. 16.30 – Guided tour of the…
Video coverage of the bicycle rally
We are intensively preparing for the opening of the mill in Budry, but the project On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai -Budry is not only about revitalizing this beautiful and important place on the tourist map of the region. It is also a lot of activities related to the promotion of cycling…
From Budr to Šakiai – photo gallery from the rally
On June 3-6, 2022, the second edition of the bicycle rally along the cross-border route of Budra – Šakiai took place. Last year, the participants of the bicycle trip covered the route starting in Lithuania and ending the expedition in Budry. This year the route has been reversed. The over 200 km long rally started…
Tourist route
Tourist route is the result of the project “The Way of Culture and Crafts – Šakiai – Budry” (LT-PL-4R-330), which was implemented by the Budget Institution of Šakiai District Municipality Zanavykai Museum and Budry Municipality. . A section of the trail in Lithuania »» A section of the trail in Poland »»
Educational programs
We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the four educational programs developed under the project “On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai-Budry“. Bread baking workshop educational program The educational program of the harvest wreath weaving workshop Educational program of pottery workshops Educational program in the field of carving The materials are available for…
We hosted the youth from Sakiai
On May 12, there was a meeting of young people from Sakiai and Budr at the School and Kindergarten Complex in Budry with its seat in Więcki. Young people listened to a historical lecture by Marta Bura Janowska presenting the cultural and historical heritage of Poland and Lithuania, and then a quiz about both countries…
The storks are back
They are already here! In nests, fields… and sidewalks. Storks returned to our commune. Today a photo report, soon also a film report.
The Mill in Memories – Part 1
The mill in Budry has become a permanent element of the landscape of the town and its vicinity. Although today the facility is no longer operational, thanks to the project implementation it receives a second life and a new function.What was the work at the mill like years ago? What memories do former employees have…
What’s up on the construction site?
The mill in Budry is undergoing a huge metamorphosis. Most of the construction works outside the building are completed – replacing the windows and renewing the external facade. Finishing works inside the mill and the construction of an elevator are currently underway.
The second life of the Craftsman’s House
The Craftsman’s House, belonging to the Zypliai farm complex, is today ready to reopen its doors and receive guests. On March 3, the first event took place in this building – an exhibition of works by students of the Department of Applied Arts and Scenography of the Vilnius Academy of Fine Arts for 2020-2021 was…
The mill from the bird’s eye view
Renovation works in the mill in Budry are progressing each week. In the next video, we will tell you about what has already been done and what is still ahead of us. In the meantime, we invite you to watch a few photos from the bird’s eye view.
Memories of Sakiai
We share with you beautiful memories recorded by Jacek Rakowski, a participant of the Polish group’s trip to the partner city of Sakiai in Lithuania. Visiting Lithuania brings many positive impressions!We would like to thank Jacek Rakowski for enabling us to publish the film material from the trip.
The first stage of renovation has been completed
The first stage of renovation of the mill in Budry has come to an end, consisting in the replacement of the window joinery, construction of the facade, roofing on new elements of the building and adaptation of the rooms for educational purposes. The works were carried out by Kulbacki Krzysztof Zakład Remontowo Budowlany from Ełk.…
Wirtual walk
December weather is not always favorable for the exploration of monuments, but nothing prevents you from taking a virtual walk in front of your computer screen. As part of the project “On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai -Budry”, a 3D scanning process was carried out in the mill in Budry and photographic…
First of all, cooperation
The project “On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai-Budry” is not only the renovation of historic buildings, but also joint Polish-Lithuanian cultural and recreational events, youth exchange and other activities that allow you to learn about the customs and traditions of both countries.
A new, majestic image
Thanks to the funds from the INTERREG Lithuania – Poland program received by the Budry commune, the mill in Budry acquires a new, majestic image and splendor! It looks impressive in both beautiful and cloudy aura. The renovated building will be a place of educational activities related with craftsmanship and bread baking tradition.
We explore the borderland by bike
To get to know the extraordinary land of the borderland, it is worth visiting the Budry commune. Until now, through the few known, yet undiscovered places of wild Masuria, you can admire, thanks to well-marked bicycle routes. Thanks to the implementation of the project “On the way of culture and craftsmanship of Sakiai – Budry”,…
International Educational Bread Festival
The project implementation by the Budry Commune and Sakai communes in Lithuania includes not only investment activities, but also mutual study visits, educational workshops, youth exchange and cultural events. After the guests from Lithuania participated in the Lithuanian Fair organized in the Budry commune, local artisans, exhibitors and the commune authorities went to Sakai, where…
Work at the mill is gaining momentum
Renovation works of the mill in Budry are gaining momentum. The appearance of the building changes from week to week, which pleases the inhabitants of the commune and not only. Thanks to the funds received by the commune from the INTERREG Lithuania – Poland program, the mill was given a chance for a second life.Renovation…
A year of cooperation
For over a year, the Budry Commune, together with Zanavykų muziejus in Lithuania, has been implementing a project entitled “On the way of culture and craftsmanship – Sakiai -Budry” under the Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland Cooperation Program 2014-2020. Its goal is, inter alia, cooperation between people and institutions. By that time, many activities based on cross-border…
Summary of the Lithuanian Fair
On September 12, as part of the project “On the way of culture and craftsmanship of Sakiai – Budry”, the Lithuanian Fair in Budry was organized, the main purpose of which was to present local products and crafts of both nationalities. The fair was attended by craftsmen and folk artists of our Lithuanian partners, who…
International Harvest Festival – video
This year’s Harvest Festival in Budry was international. A special event that day was the “Lithuanian Fair” organized as part of the project “On the way of culture and crafts – Sakiai – Budry”. Targi Litewskie w Budrach 🇵🇱 Tegoroczne dożynki w Budrach miały charakter międzynarodowy. Szczególnym wydarzeniem tego dnia były „Targi Litewskie” organizowane w…
Polish Fair in Šakiai
The Lithuanian Fair in Budry is behind us, and the Polish Fair in Šakiai in Lithuania will take place this weekend. The fair will be attended by singing groups from the Commune Cultural Center in Budry and exhibitors from the Commune of Budry. honey, ceramics, handicrafts and weaving. It will be one of the items…
The mill is being renovated
The mill in Budry is slowly changing its image. Thanks to the funds received from the INTERREG Lithuania – Poland program, the facility is regaining its former glory. It will not only be an interesting attraction for tourists, but also a showcase of the Budry commune.
2 countries – 2 monuments
Thanks to financial support from the Interreg Lithuania-Poland program, two old facilities were given a chance for a second life. The Budry commune is undergoing renovation of the mill, and Zanavykai Museum has acquired a restored Craftsman’s House. The reconstruction of the Craftsman’s House and the renovation of the Mill in Budry will serve not…
Harvest wreath weaving workshop
Harvest wreath, or if you like – thanksgiving for a successful harvest. In Budry there were workshops of weaving such wreaths. The wreath made during these workshops will be presented during the commune and district harvest festival in Budry, which will take place on September 12.
The mill is being renovated
In connection with the implementation of the project “On the way of crafts and culture of Šakiai-Budry, the Budry Commune together with the Zanavykai Museum in Lithuania conducts close cooperation, the effects of which can be followed, among others, by on our fanpage. In addition to joint activities of partners from Poland and Lithuania, renovation…
The first bike rally on the Budry – Sakiai route
Another element of cooperation between the Budry Commune and the project partner, the Zanavykai Museum, is the organization of joint bicycle rallies and the promotion of the Budra-Sakiai trail. The first bicycle rally over 200 kilometers and lasting 3 days is behind us.
The Budry Commune – a paradise for cyclists
Budry is an ideal place for cycling trips. The commune has noticed the potential in bicycle trips. New trails and bicycle infrastructure are being created. More on bicycle routes in The Budry Commune in the video.
Information boards set up
The first boards have just been erected along the picturesque cycle paths in our commune. They will be helpful in getting to know the local attractions and choosing the preferred route. It is worth getting on your bike.
First working meeting behind us
The first working meeting of the project “On the road of culture and crafts – Sakiai – Budry” management groups took place on 1-2 July. With the project partner group from Sakiai in Lithuania, headed by the director of Zanavykai Museum, important issues from the course of activities so far were discussed and details of…
The mill reveals its secrets
The renovation of the mill is in full swing! Through the new windows the world is beginning to take on new colours. Here and there, souvenirs from years gone by emerge. See for yourself.
Mill revitalisation begins
The Mazurian Budry Commune is a perfect place for cycling tours, and the words “peace and quiet” could easily be its other name. What else is it famous for? In a few words, it is characterised by the mayor Józef Markiewicz – the commune has clean air and an ecological economy. But the commune is…