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Memory of Russia: Exhibition “Museum and War. The Fate of the Collections. Marking the 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Novgorod from Nazi Invaders” to open in Novgorod Kremlin
The exhibition “Museum and War. The Fate of the Collections. Marking the 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Novgorod from the Nazi Invaders" is opening on January 18, 2019 in the Exhibition Hall of the Novgorod Museum (Main Building).
Internet and History: Art Museum of Novgorod Land launched “The City that Rose from Ruins” virtual lesson on its website
On January 18, 2019 the State Art Museum of Novgorod Land is presenting a virtual lesson “The City that Rose from Ruins”, which is available on its website. The project has been launched ahead of the 75th anniversary of liberation of Novgorod from Nazi invaders during the Great Patriotic War.
Memory of Russia: Photo exhibition “The Neva Stronghold. Marking the 75th Anniversary of Complete Liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi Siege” mounted in the Museum of Artillery
The Military Historical Museum of Artillery, Engineer and Signal Corps (St. Petersburg) has staged the photo exhibition “The Neva Stronghold. Marking the 75th Anniversary of Complete Liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi Siege”.
Memorial dates of Russia: Exhibitions in commemoration of Daniil Granin’s centenary of birth in Novgorod Regional Library
The Novgorod Regional Research Library is holding two exhibitions marking the centenary of the birth of writer Daniil Granin, laureate of the National Award, Hero of Socialist Labour, veteran of the Great Patriotic War, holder of many orders and medals, and writer of modern classics. Both exhibitions are dedicated to the writer’s life and oeuvre. They will be open until January 30, 2019.
Exhibitions: Religious wooden sculpture on display as part of the “Christ in the Dungeon” exhibition in St. Petersburg
A new exhibition “Christ in the Dungeon” was staged on January 16, 2019 in the Manege Central Exhibition Hall. The display presents religious wooden sculptures on loan from fourteen museums of Russia. Orthodox church wooden sculpture is a major phenomenon in Russian art. Along with icons and works of decorative and applied art, it was part of artistic ensembles of churches and chapels.
Memory of Russia: Exhibition “Novgorod. The Chronicle of Liberation” to open in the Victory Museum in Moscow
On January 16, 2019 the Victory Museum (Moscow) is staging the exhibition “Novgorod. The Chronicle of Liberation”.
Internet and Museums: International Twitter event #MuseumSelfie underwayInternet and Museums: International Twitter event #MuseumSelfie underway
In 2019 #MuseumSelfie International Twitter event is held on January 16. On this day Internet users post their selfies with paintings, sculptures and other museum exhibits from all over the world in the background.
World History and Culture: The National Library of Russia presents “Christianity in the East” exhibition
The exhibition “Christianity in the East: Following the International Research Conference “Christianity in the East. Marking the Centenary of Birth of Academician M. N. Bogolyubov” was mounted on January 14, 2019 in the New Building of the National Library of Russia (St. Petersburg).
Memory of Russia: Exhibition “In Commemoration of Heroism of Besieged Leningrad” to open in St. Petersburg
A traditional exhibition “In Commemoration of Heroism of Besieged Leningrad” will be open January 15 – 26, 2019 in the Grand Hall of the St. Petersburg Union of Artists. This year the display is marking the 75th anniversary of the complete liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi siege.
Internet and Libraries: The National Library of Russia presents an updated website of the Manuscripts Department
The National Library of Russia has launched an updated website of the Manuscripts Department. It has modern design and user-friendly interface and provides access to original projects.