Association Europa Nostra
Description of the Association
"Europa Nostra was founded on 29 November 1963 in Paris. For over 50 years, we have celebrated, protected and lobbied for cultural heritage. Europa Nostra is today recognised as the most representative heritage organisation in Europe with members from over 40 countries.
Our mission
To give shape and voice to an ever-growing citizens’ movement to support cultural and natural heritage across Europe
To be forceful advocates of heritage – with its multiple benefits for our economy, society, culture and the environment – towards policy-makers at all levels of governance: local, regional, national, European and on a global scale.
To campaign to save Europe’s most endangered heritage sites and support actions led by our member organisations.
To promote best practices in the heritage field across Europe – from research to conservation, from education, training and awareness-raising to the dedicated service of professionals and volunteers."
Name of Society/Association
Europa Nostra