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1 07, 2024

Pushkin’s Anniversary in Brussels: How the Russian House Celebrated the Great Poet’s 225th Birthday

2024-07-01T09:39:44+02:00July 1st, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: |

This spring, a grand celebration of Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin's anniversary took place at the Russian House in Brussels. In honor of the great poet's 225th birthday, a variety of events were held, each offering unforgettable experiences to the guests. The festivities began with a family event titled "The Pushkin Family in Russia and Belgium," where guests learned about the Pushkin family's history and their legacy in Belgium. One of the main exhibitions was "Pushkin and Moscow," showcasing unique exhibits related to the poet's life and work in the Russian capital. Film enthusiasts gathered for the exclusive Belgian premiere of the "Eugene [...]

27 06, 2024

Online Tour of the Russian Museum “Russian Avant-Garde”

2024-06-27T16:37:33+02:00June 27th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On June 25, the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels hosted an online tour of the largest museum of Russian fine arts, dedicated to the Russian avant-garde, the most vivid chapter in the history of Russian art. The tour was conducted by Valentina Gorlova, head of the excursion and lecture department of the Russian Museum. Viewers got acquainted with the works of the founders of the Russian avant-garde: Mikhail Larionov, Natalia Goncharova, Wassily Kandinsky, Kazimir Malevich, Vladimir Tatlin, Alexander Rodchenko, Alexandra Exter, Lyubov Popova, Nathan Altman, Nikolai Punin, and others. Panoramic shooting technologies allowed viewers to be in [...]

18 06, 2024

Festive Evening for Russia Day “Eternal Music, Young Music” held at the Russian House in Brussels

2024-06-18T15:19:06+02:00June 18th, 2024|Categories: Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On June 13, soloists from the St. Petersburg Music House, led by People's Artist of Russia, Professor Sergey Roldugin, performed with great success at the Russian House in Brussels as part of the "Embassy of Mastery" project. The program featured young talented soloists, laureates of international competitions: Grigory Filipchenko (cello), Anastasia Klyuchereva (piano), and Azalia Nogmanova (flute). This musical evening became a bright event, allowing the audience to enjoy the magnificent performance of masterpieces of Russian classical music. The talented young performers demonstrated the highest level of skill and inspiration, creating an unforgettable atmosphere in the Russian House. The special [...]

18 06, 2024

By the Wish of the Fairy Fish, by my own will…

2024-06-18T12:54:44+02:00June 18th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News|

On Saturday, June 15th, the season of the Children's Club was closed with a screening of the fairy tale film " Wish of the Fairy Fish." The film " Wish of the Fairy Fish " is an exciting movie that tells the story of the unusual and magical events in the life of the main character, Emelya. The plot is based on a well-known Russian folk tale, but the director's vision and modern technology have made it brighter and more captivating. Despite his age, Emelya remains a child at heart, leading him to the events that helped him not [...]

13 06, 2024

225 Years of Pushkin: Illustrations for “The Tale of Tsar Saltan” on Fabric Panels

2024-06-13T14:09:11+02:00June 13th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Library, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , |

Natalya Maraeva created a stunning series of 12 fabric patchwork panels dedicated to Alexander Pushkin's "The Tale of Tsar Saltan." These unique works of art were made in honor of the 225th anniversary of the great poet and were exhibited at the "Slavic Kaleidoscope" exhibition at the Russian House in Brussels. The talented artist used fabric patches to create colorful illustrations that convey the magic and atmosphere of the famous fairy tale. Visitors to the Russian House are keenly examining the details of the panels, marveling at Natalya's craftsmanship and the intricacy of her work. Each piece of fabric is [...]

13 06, 2024

A mural was created for the Russian House in Brussels for Pushkin’s 225th Anniversary

2024-06-13T12:00:19+02:00June 13th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Library, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

To commemorate the 225th anniversary of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, artist Anna Burkovskaya created a vibrant and impressive mural on the facade of the Russian House in Brussels. Anna decided to embody symbols of Russian culture and history in the mural. At the center of the composition is Pushkin himself, whose work is an integral part of world literature. Next to the poet in the mural are the majestic St. Isaac's Cathedral and the colorful St. Basil's Cathedral. These architectural masterpieces symbolize the cities where Pushkin was born and lived—Moscow and St. Petersburg, respectively. The process of [...]

10 06, 2024

Laying flowers at the Pushkin monument located in Pushkin Square in the Laeken district.

2024-06-10T12:53:17+02:00June 10th, 2024|Categories: Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

In Brussels, the staff of the Russian House celebrated the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. To mark this significant date, they laid flowers at the Pushkin monument located in Pushkin Square in the Laeken district. The event highlighted the poet's enduring significance and influence on world literature. After the flower-laying ceremony, the staff of the Russian House congratulated the direct descendants of Pushkin, who live in Brussels, on the anniversary. During this meeting, warm words were spoken about the poet's contribution to culture and his legacy, which continues to live in the hearts [...]

10 06, 2024

Virtual Journey to Russia at the Exhibition-Forum “Russia”

2024-06-10T11:49:26+02:00June 10th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Science|Tags: , , , |

On May 24, the Russian Society "Znanie" organized an online tour of the International Exhibition-Forum "Russia," held at VDNH, on the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels. This large-scale event brings together the achievements of all regions of the country, presenting them in 132 exhibitions. As part of the online tour, Roman Bogatyrev, Candidate of Historical Sciences and Director of the Program Department of the Russian Society "Znanie", conducted a virtual tour of the main pavilions of the exhibition. The event was specially organized for employees of Rossotrudnichestvo who are abroad and unable to visit the exhibition in [...]

7 06, 2024

Online Tour around the Palace of Tsar Alexey Romanov at Kolomenskoe Eighth «Wonder of the World»

2024-06-07T16:18:38+02:00June 7th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On June 28, a unique online tour of Tsar Alexei Romanov’s palace, known as "The Eighth Wonder of the World," took place on the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels. The event, conducted by the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve, was streamed live and attracted numerous participants from around the world. During the video tour, viewers learned about the history of the wooden palace’s construction in Kolomenskoe during the reign of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. They were introduced to the structure of the tsar’s palace and the uniqueness of ancient Russian architectural style. The lives of the palace’s inhabitants – members of [...]

4 06, 2024

Literary blogs: «If virtue cannot exist, then at least vice must be punished.» (A. Belyaev)

2024-06-04T15:07:52+02:00June 4th, 2024|Categories: Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Russian language, Science|

This March marks the 140th anniversary of the birth of Russian and Soviet science fiction writer Alexander Belyaev. In Soviet times, Alexander Belyaev’s books were read not only by adults, but also by teenagers. Somehow it happened that he smoothly «moved» into the category of writers recommended for middle and senior school age. This is how the members of the literary salon were perceived when they were invited to turn to the work of this writer. Retreat: Our literary salons are held in a warm, friendly atmosphere with a cup of tea and delicious cookies. Join us. In fact, [...]

16 05, 2024

The Victory Dictation

2024-05-16T15:52:50+02:00May 16th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots|

From April 26 to 28, 2024, the international historical event "Victory Dictation" dedicated to the events of the Great Patriotic War took place. Brief historical note. The Victory Dictation was first held on May 7, 2019, and was dedicated to the 74th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The event took place in 24 countries, including Russia. The number of participants exceeded 150,000 people. Subsequently, it was decided to hold the Victory Dictation annually. Participants were offered 25 rather challenging questions. Some questions related to the depiction of events from 1941-1945 in literature and cinema. [...]

26 03, 2024

Komi-Permyak Epic: Kudym-Osh

2024-03-26T17:19:03+01:00March 26th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News|

Dear friends, we conclude our series dedicated to the Komi-Permyak epic. Today, we will tell the story of Kudym-Osh, a legendary hero after whom the capital of the Komi-Permyak district, Kudymkar, is named. 'Osh' translates from Komi-Permyak as 'bear.' На фото праздничный женский костюм иньвенских коми-пермяков. Кон. XIX – нач. XX в. Фрагмент экспозиции КПОКМ. 2005 According to legend, Kudym-Osh was the son of a powerful witch and a bear. His father was a leader and priest among the Inven Komi-Permyaks. A brief aside: the Inven Komi-Permyaks are a people living on the banks [...]

21 03, 2024

TELL THE WORLD ABOUT YOUR MOTHERLAND!

2024-03-21T16:45:38+01:00March 21st, 2024|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Education in Russia, Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Our Programs, performance|

INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VI INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION "TELL THE WORLD ABOUT YOUR MOTHERLAND!" Entries are accepted until April 10, 2024. Competition organizer: Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Innovative Center for Development and Education of Children and Youth" with the support of the Committee of the State Duma on Labor, Social Policy and Veterans Affairs, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rossotrudnichestvo, the "Russian World" Fund, Moscow Pedagogical State University (MPGU), and the Russian Patriotism Center. The competition "Tell the World About Your Motherland" is a project aimed at patriotic education of children and youth and forming friendly international relations between the younger [...]

7 03, 2024

Dedicated to the 225th anniversary of Pushkin!

2024-03-07T14:40:02+01:00March 7th, 2024|Categories: Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian language|

September 30, 1833 A.S. Pushkin visited the Orenburg province. The purpose of this trip was to collect materials about Pugachev. At that time, Alexander Sergeevich decided to write both a historical essay about Pugachev and a novel from the era of the Pugachev uprising. This is in our time: make a couple of mouse clicks and you will get more or less reliable information, but then everything was much more complicated, but also more interesting. Pushkin not only traveled through the “eastern province” to personally visit the places where the events took place, but met with local old-timers - contemporaries [...]

27 02, 2024

Yoma and Chacha (Komi-Permyak fairy tale)

2024-02-27T15:59:09+01:00February 27th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Kids Club, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia|

Dear friends, you know that more than 200 peoples and ethnic groups live in Russia. And every people, every land has its own history, its own legends and its own fairy tales. In the north of the Urals, among dense forests, marshy swamps and high mountains, live the Komi-Permyaks. They speak the Komi-Permyak language, which belongs to the Finno-Ugric language group. You all know the expression: “We are from Parma.” There, Parma is taiga in the Komi-Permyak language, and not a football team. Today I want to introduce you to a Komi-Permyak fairy tale. Before you and I start reading [...]

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