From 17 May, the exhibition “Curriculum Vitae: Dobele” can be viewed in Dobele. It is dedicated to the city’s constant transformations – the stories of its streets and buildings across time and space.
The exhibition invites visitors to explore Dobele’s historical maps, old photographs and models, which reveal how street names, the functions of buildings and the city’s overall appearance have changed. Visitors will be able to trace where the old town disappeared or was transformed, what Dobele looked like decades ago and what has taken its place today.
“This time, the map of changing Dobele is laid out before you – with places specially highlighted that carry both memories and transformations. From dreams captured in models to buildings erased by history – everything is revealed here in Dobele’s story,” says the exhibition’s content author, Undīne Krūze.
The years of Soviet occupation left deep traces in Dobele – many historic buildings were demolished and replaced with simpler structures that were considered modern at the time. Yet the city continues to develop today – children’s voices can be heard where the old pharmacy garden once stood, a Catholic church now rises, and new streets stretch across areas that were once meadows.
The exhibition is an invitation to open the map, look into the past and understand Dobele today. Its design was created by Liene Laurinoviča, while the content was developed by Undīne Krūze.
The exhibition is on view until 1 November.
