Latvia Reclaims Baltic Myth Tattoos in Schools

In Riga, cultural programs teach students about Latvian folklore—forest spirits, sun motifs, and the Song Festival emblem—and invite them to create tattoo designs that embody those myths. Elders share oral stories so the imagery is meaningful and accurate.

Teachers note that turning folklore into visual art keeps traditions alive among younger generations. The tattoos become conversation starters that transmit Latvian myths beyond the classroom.