The exhibition, called S.O.S. Save Our Source, shows the innovative use of these customs and skills in the service of sustainable development. It is part of the Cult-Rural project, established within the framework of the European Commission's Culture 2000 programme, which aims to promote cooperation and networking between rural heritage museums and other organizations; encourage these museums to "open their doors" to transnational joint activities; highlight and document the cultural heritage of European rural regions and demonstrate its links to rural social and economic development and sustainability; raise the awareness of contemporary Europeans and boost local cultural identity and pride, providing an "arena" for intercultural dialogue; improve the skills of professionals to identify, preserve and promote the rural heritage of their region/nation and use it for the benefit of rural development; and attract the younger generation to become involved with and appreciate rural culture.
