On 25 September 2016, which was the 113th Mark Rothko’ birthday, near to Mark Rothko Art Centre was opened an environment object “Tribute to Rothko” made by the French artist Patrick Peltier.
Objekta vieta: Daugavpils city
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The open-air art work “GHOST OF THE FORTRESS”
The open-air art work “GHOST OF THE FORTRESS” was created in 2017 during the Second International Sculpture Symposium. The main inspiration for the work came from the Daugavpils fortress. For Daugavpils fortress it is ghost of a war horse, because as a war horse, fortifying structures like the one in Daugavpils was once a crucial military instrument that became obsolete as the progress rolled on.
Ensemble of Administrative Buildings and the Building of the City Classical School
Ensemble of Administrative Buildings and the Building of the City Classical School in Daugavpils designed by A. Y. Shtaubert, a famous Russian architect, the buildings were constructed at the beginning of the 1840s in the classical style.
National Culture Centre “Poļu nams” (Polish House)
The Polish House in Daugavpils is an important centre for preserving and promoting the Polish language, culture, history, and national heritage. It regularly hosts exhibitions, concerts, festivals, and other cultural events that bring together different generations and strengthen the connection with Polish traditions.
Art Nouveau buildings
Art Nouveau buildings in Daugavpils located at 41 Saules Street, 55 Saules Street and built at the end of the 19th – the beginning of the 20th century.
Rothko Museum
The Rothko Museum in Daugavpils, Latvia, is one of the 21st century’s most ambitious cultural projects in Eastern Europe. Located in the historical artillery arsenal of the Daugavpils Fortress, this multifunctional hub for art, culture and education remains an evolving and inspiring place for creative expression and experience.
Daugavpils Fortress
Daugavpils Fortress is a unique cultural and historical architectural monument of national importance. Daugavpils Fortress is also considered as the last bastion-type fortress in the world that has been preserved without any significant alterations since the early 19th century.
The Stropu Stage
The stage in Stropi is the cultural-historical complex, situated in a scenic place with interesting relief and is the place for carrying out big folklore events, song festivals and performances.
“Pieci” Сafe
Business lunch on working days from 10 am to 3 pm, banquets – up to 30 people, cocktail parties.
“Arsenāls” Cafe
“Arsenāls” cafe is located in the Arsenal building at Daugavpils Fortress – in Daugavpils Mark Rothko Art centre.
“Šokoladņa” Cafe-shop
Hot chocolate, cakes, waffles, coffee, tea.
Bar “LA Terrasse”
Lobby Bar is located at the city centre and it is a cozy and welcoming place on the 1st floor of the Park Hotel Latgola. Here you, your family, friends and colleagues (up to 30 persons) can enjoy the hearty and pleasant atmosphere.