Simona Širvydaitė-Šliupienė

Simona Širvydaitė-Šliupienė is the director of the Istorijų namai (House of Stories) in Lithuania, where she emphasizes the importance of preserving and showcasing ethnographic artifacts that reflect the values, worldview, and cultural identity of the Lithuanian people. She believes that by presenting these artifacts, they come alive and remain relevant in contemporary society.