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Exhibition, dedicated to the contest of essays “My Peter I”, open in the Lenin Library
The Lenin Library in St. Petersburg hosts an exhibition of illustrations to the best works – participants of the contest of essays “My Peter I”. The contest is held by the All-Russian literary and art magazine for schoolchildren Kostyor together with the Presidential Library and is dedicated to the 350th anniversary of the birth of the first Russian emperor.
"Praying for the fallen": screening in the Presidential Library devoted to the defenders of besieged Leningrad
On July 20, 2022 the Presidential Library hosted a screening and discussion of the documentary "Praying for the Fallen". The film tells about the memorial church of the holy martyrs Adrian and Natalia, which is dedicated to the dead and missing during the defence of Leningrad from the Nazi invaders. The film was shot by the film group of the Presidential Library directed by Tatyana Dyakonova.
The Presidential Library tells about Vladimir Mayakovsky
Brutal and touching, almost two-meters tall, with soft and childishly vulnerable soul, “the Voice of the people’s revolution” in work affairs, loyal in personal affairs, a wonderful lyrical poet Vladimir Mayakovsky was born on July 19, 1893.
The Presidential Library to mark the 80th anniversary since the beginning of the Battle of Stalingrad: the house that became a fortress
80 years ago, on July 17, 1942 the Battle of Stalingrad began. It became a turning point in World War II and one of the biggest battles in history.
The Presidential Library spotlights the feat of Russian soldiers in the Battle of the Neva
"God is not in power, but in truth". According to chroniclers, the famous commander Alexander Yaroslavovich said this phrase before the battle on July 15, 1240. A battle between Russian and Swedish troops on the Neva River, forever entering into the history of Russian victories as the Battle of the Neva, took place on this day.
The Presidential Library provides a trip around Russia
At the height of summer, when the question arises of where to go and where to spend vacation, the Presidential Library provides a trip around Russia. Having electronic copies of archival documents, studies, statistical and other materials that provide the most complete information about each region of our country, the Presidential Library presents on its portal 85 collections dedicated to all 85 subjects of the Russian Federation. Such theoretical knowledge is an invaluable material when traveling around Russia, in studying the uniqueness and originality of the native land.
The Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God - the Patroness of Russia
The Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God, which memory is venerated on July 9, is considered one of the most important icons for Russia, the patroness of our state and the protector from the invasion of enemies. The Presidential Library’s portal features rare publications that tell about the icon itself and its miraculous power.
The Presidential Library illustrates the accession of Catherine the Great
260 years ago, on July 9 (June 28, old style), 1762, Catherine II, known in world history as Empress Catherine the Great, ascended the Russian throne.
The Presidential Library spotlighted festive events of "Under the Protection of the Mother of God "Theotokos of Tikhvin"" festival
July 9 is the Day of the Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God. Within the framework of the festival “Under the Protection of the Mother of God "Theotokos of Tikhvin"" on July 7, the festival of sacred music “Tikhvin Blagovest”, and on July 9, a bishop’s service and a concert with the participation of choir ensembles and professional ringers from St. Petersburg, Leningrad Region and Kazan were held in honor of this significant date.
The Presidential Library spotlights the family’s values
July 8 is the Day of Family, Love and Faithfulness. This year it received the status of an official holiday. On June 28, President of Russia Vladimir Putin signed the Decree "On the Day of Family, Love and Faithfulness". The text of the document states that the holiday is established "in order to preserve traditional family values and spiritual and moral education of children and youth".