Countdown to Riga

Have you registered for the IAML congress in Riga(link is external) yet? It is less than a month away, from June 18-22, 2017.

Here are five things to read that will get you in the mood for exploring Latvia and the capital. If you are still unsure whether you should go, consider these to be five things to tempt you into going...besides the exciting program(link is external), the diverse mix of Wednesday afternoon tours(link is external), and the opportunity to interact with colleagues from around the world. Registration is still open online here(link is external).

  1. Who is Eltons Džons? A famous English singer! You, too, might have to change your name when speaking Latvian(link is external).
  2. Did you know Riga is home to a fine collection of art nouveau buildings(link is external)?
  3. Riga: Beautiful, walkable, affordable, cultural, historical – what’s not to love(link is external)?
  4. Our congress next month will be held at a prize-winning library! The National Library of Latvia recently won an award from the American Institute of Architects(link is external) and the American Library Association(link is external).
    Take a virtual tour here(link is external).
  5. And finally, cultural treasures of Riga:

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