The "Scientific Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage" SNCO of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of the Republic of Armenia and the Lori-Pambak Local History Museum are organizing a Republican Scientific Conference titled "Historical and Archaeological Heritage of Lori" on October 23, 2026.
In 2024, the archaeological expedition of the Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage, led by Mher Khechoyan, carried out rescue excavations at the endangered tomb of Shamoot.
On May 8, at the Scientific Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage, a lecture was held dedicated to the completion of the restoration works of the St. Nicholas the Miracle Worker Russian Church in Amrakits village, Lori region.
A scientific-practical course titled "Archaeological Textiles" was held from April 27-29 of this year, dedicated to the conservation and restoration of archaeological fabrics.
The collaboration between the Charles Aznavour State College of Culture and Arts and the Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage continues.
Lori Fortress, one of the most prominent fortresses of medieval Armenia, is once again in the spotlight. Initiated by the RA Ministry of ESCS and designed by the "Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage" SNCO, unprecedented restoration of the fortress walls and site improvement works are underway.
Recently, at the assembly hall of the Scientific Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage, the heads of the centre’s expeditions presented their reports on the excavations carried out in 2025
The restoration and reinforcement works of the large and small medieval baths, located within the ancient Lori fortress-city, are nearing completion.
The restoration works of the St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Russian Orthodox Church in Amrakits (Lori region, Republic of Armenia) have been completed.
First-year Master's students of the Department of Theory, History, and Heritage of Architecture at the National University of Architecture and Construction of Armenia, within the "Restoration of Architectural Heritage" educational program, accompanied by lecturer N. Kalantaryan, made an introductory visit to the Restoration Department of Archaeological Finds at the Scientific Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage.