Latvia, one of the three Baltic states, bounded by Estonia, Russia, Belarus, Lithuania, and the Baltic Sea; domain of lush forests and river valleys, sandy coastlines, and medieval architecture. Steeped in ancient traditions. The Crusades, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Poland-Lithuania, France, and Russia have all swept over Latvia — a touchstone of European history.
Anna Apinis had a loom built for her in Memmingen DP camp from scavenged wood based on her husband Ervīns' plans. Anna dedicated her life to preserving the art of Latvian weaving. We feature an introductory video by their daughter Anita Apinis-Herman, the story of their journey to Australia, and a link to photos of life in Memmingen.
latvians.com/?en/CFBH/ApinisLoom/2025 Jun 07
We've broken out, dedicated, expanded our content on the 1949 film "Answer for Anne", on why welcome refugees to America and documenting life in the "Valka" Latvian Displaced Persons camp in post-WWII Germany.
latvians.com/?en/CFBH/AnswerForAnne/2025 May 27
On Saturday May 17 2025, East Los Angeles College & Cinema and Without Borders will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the annual ELAC International Animation Day Festival, dedicated to Latvian Animation. This introduction to contemporary international animation will feature screenings of short, animated films from around the world, analyses, and Q&As with a panel of well-known animation experts, and a tribute to an international animation artist working in the U.S. animation industry. Whether a "FLOW" fan or animation professional, plan to attend!
2025 May 02
Over the years we've received many queries about researching ancestors. Agnese is a professional family history researcher in Latvia. She's also doing a survey and will select someone to receive an hour of her consulting for free!
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I’m looking for descendants of Latvian emigrants who are exploring their family history. If that’s you, please fill out my survey. By completing it before Sunday at midnight (January 26), you’ll have the chance to win a one-hour coaching session to get personalized help with your research.
If this is currently not actual for you but you know someone who fits the description please share this link.
I am most thankful! [Agnese]
links.agneseluse.com/widget/form/Az2WUDmu4NHwcdrlbrw82025 Jan 25
