About the Study Visit Programme
What is the Study Visit Programme?
The Study Visit Programme of the Lithuanian Culture Institute (LCI) is designed to present and promote Lithuanian culture abroad, strengthen opportunities for Lithuanian artists and cultural professionals to engage internationally, and build lasting cultural partnerships.
The programme is intended for cultural professionals—including curators, festival directors, cultural institution leaders, programmers, critics, and reviewers—who are invited to visit Lithuania to explore the country’s artistic and cultural landscape. Through specially tailored programmes participants gain insight into the local creative scene, meet Lithuanian artists, and become acquainted with the broader historical and cultural context.
For Lithuanian artists and cultural specialists, the programme provides a valuable platform to introduce themselves, increase their visibility, share ideas, expand professional networks, and develop international collaborations.
Launched in 2014, the Study Visit Programme has become an integral part of LCI’s activities, aiming to strengthen the role and visibility of Lithuanian culture worldwide. The goal is to ensure that the contacts established with the help of this programme become high-quality and sustainable partnerships that promote Lithuanian culture.
How is the Study Visit Programme implemented?
Cultural professionals may be invited to the programme through:
A recommendation from a Cultural Attaché of the Republic of Lithuania; or
A recommendation from Lithuanian cultural organizations implementing internationally relevant programmes, events, or projects.
Selection priorities for programme participants (the visit must fulfill at least one of the following):
The participant aims to establish initial contact with the Lithuanian cultural sector.
The participant already has a potential partner in Lithuania, and the visit aims to strengthen that collaboration.
The visit is linked to Lithuanian culture projects abroad implemented by LCI.
Types of visits
• Group Visits
Organized by LCI in cooperation with Cultural Attachés and organizers of cultural events. These visits are scheduled to coincide with major cultural happenings in Lithuania and typically include showcases, meetings with artists and cultural organizations.
• Individual Visits
Initiated by LCI together with Cultural Attachés or internationally active Lithuanian cultural organizations. Participants must meet at least one of the programme’s selection priorities.
The Study Visit Programme covers specific expenses, including travel costs, and accommodation during the visit to Lithuania.
The programme is managed by the International Programmes Department of the Lithuanian Culture Institute.
For further information please address:
Aleta Trepšytė, Project Manager
aleta.trepsyte@lithuanianculture.lt
Veronika Vasiljeva-Niparavičienė, Project Manager
veronika.vasiljeva@lithuanianculture.lt
Kristina Agintaitė, Project Manager