History & Memory

2 04, 2025

International Theatre Day Celebrated in Brussels

2025-04-02T11:20:04+02:00April 2nd, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , |

March 27 – World Theatre Day   On March 27, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a celebration of International Theatre Day, organized in collaboration with two leading Russian museums. The A.A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum presented the exhibition "The Magician of the Imperial Theatres: Alexander Golovin" and the lecture "Russian Seasons: The Era of Triumph," prepared by Maya Komarova, Deputy Head of the Museum’s International Activities Department. The State Russian Museum showcased the exhibition "Léon Bakst: From the Collection of the Russian Museum." Maya Komarova’s lecture highlighted the grand success of Sergei Diaghilev’s "Russian Seasons," which premiered on May 19, [...]

24 03, 2025

Virtual Hermitage Evening in Brussels: The Story of Nicholas II’s Family

2025-03-25T11:46:13+01:00March 24th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On March 18, 2025, the second "Hermitage Evening" took place on the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels. The theme of the event was "OTMA and Alexei. The Children of the Last Russian Emperor." Guests were able to take a virtual tour of the exhibition of the same name, which was held at the State Hermitage Museum in 2023. The Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria, and Anastasia were born two years apart and were very close. In their letters, they signed using the initials of their names, which led to the creation of the acronym OTMA. Their younger [...]

18 03, 2025

Screening of the film “The Fate of a Man” at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-03-18T16:29:23+01:00March 18th, 2025|Categories: Cinema Club, History & Memory, Library, Russian House News|

The Russian House in Brussels hosted a screening of the legendary film The Fate of a Man, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. This masterpiece of Soviet cinema, created by Sergei Bondarchuk based on a story by Mikhail Sholokhov, once again reminded the audience of the tragedy of war and the indomitable strength of the human spirit. The story of Andrei Sokolov, who survived captivity, the loss of his family, and all the horrors of war while preserving his compassion and faith in life, deeply moved those present. The film evoked a storm of emotions, and its [...]

14 03, 2025

The International Historical Contest “Our Victory, Our Heritage”

2025-03-14T13:27:27+01:00March 14th, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, History & Memory, Kids Club, Our Compatriots, Victory80|

We invite you to participate in the International Historical Contest "Our Victory, Our Heritage," dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.Applications for the contest can be submitted by compatriots aged 14 to 17 who speak Russian and live outside the Russian Federation.The contest will be held from March 10 to April 16.The winners will take part in a cultural and educational program in Moscow and Pskov from June 22 to 29.The organizers will cover the main expenses for participation, including airfare and accommodation for the winners. How to participate? Read the Contest Regulations (https://golnk.ru/4RYRg) Register [...]

10 03, 2025

The First Evening of the Virtual Tour Series “Hermitage Evenings” Took Place in Brussels

2025-03-10T15:26:13+01:00March 10th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News|Tags: , , , |

On March 4, 2025, a remarkable event in Brussels' cultural life took place—the first meeting of the new project "Hermitage Evenings," organized by the State Hermitage Museum in collaboration with the Russian House in Brussels. This unique project allows audiences worldwide to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of one of the largest museums on the planet without leaving their homes. The theme of the first evening, "The Imperial Hermitage," gave participants the opportunity to explore the history of the museum and its majestic interiors. Virtual visitors followed the route once taken by foreign diplomats in the 18th and 19th centuries, [...]

4 03, 2025

“Tehran-43” was screened at the Russian House in Brussels for the 80th anniversary of Victory

2025-03-18T11:43:29+01:00March 4th, 2025|Categories: Cinema Club, History & Memory, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

A screening of the legendary film “Tehran-43” took place at the Russian House in Brussels as part of a series of film showings dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory. The film, which tells the story of the events surrounding the prevention of an assassination attempt on the Allied leaders in 1943, sparked great interest among viewers and became a topic for discussion on the role of intelligence and diplomacy during World War II. After the screening, a lively discussion followed. Participants noted the film’s unique atmosphere, the brilliant performances of Alain Delon, Natalya Belokhvostikova, and Igor Kostolevsky, as well [...]

27 02, 2025

Museum of the World Ocean Held a Lecture on the 205th Anniversary of Antarctica’s Discovery

2025-02-27T12:44:57+01:00February 27th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News, Science|Tags: , , , , |

For the Day of Russian Science On the 205th Anniversary of Antarctica’s Discovery On February 18, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a virtual lecture titled "In Search of Antarctica: 200 Years Later", organized by the World Ocean Museum. The event was dedicated to the 205th anniversary of Antarctica’s discovery and the history of the famous expedition led by Fabian Bellingshausen and Mikhail Lazarev. In his opening remarks, Alexey Mikhailovich Budanov, Deputy Director General of the World Ocean Museum, emphasized the importance of the museum's cooperation with international platforms and highlighted its contributions to scientific research aimed at studying the [...]

14 02, 2025

GlavUpDK under the MFA of Russia Announces the 4th Architecture of Diplomacy

2025-02-14T15:05:44+01:00February 14th, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, History & Memory, Meet Russia, Victory80|

GlavUpDK Announces the 4th Architecture of Diplomacy The Architecture of Diplomacy open creative competition will start on February 10 – the Diplomatic Workers' Day – the professional day of Russian diplomats. This year it will be held in the international format for the first time; young artists of 12 to 35 years of age from around the world, including professional artists and amateurs, students of universities, colleges, creative courses and schools, are invited to participate. To learn more about the format, participants and project requirements, read the Rules. This year the competition will run under the Diplomacy Through Centuries theme for participants to [...]

13 02, 2025

Family Club: Which of these objects gets the prefix “Tsar”?

2025-02-13T17:40:03+01:00February 13th, 2025|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News|

Dear friends, not so long ago, we held a quiz at our Russian House, or as it is now fashionable to say, a quiz. The host, Andrei Borisov, is well-known in his hometown of Ghent and always gathers a large crowd, but this was the first such event in Brussels. I must say, we were all terribly nervous: there was almost no sign-up. What to do? But all our concerns turned out to be unnecessary. At the last minute, many people signed up, and even more showed up. It was delightful that families came together. The debates were fierce. "Dad, [...]

6 02, 2025

The II International Contest ‘My Family in History’ begins.

2025-02-06T11:51:15+01:00February 6th, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, History & Memory, History Club, Victory80|

We announce the start of the II International Contest ‘My Family in History’, which runs from 28 January to 30 May 2025. Young compatriots aged 16-19 can take part. At the first stage (until 10 April), participants will have to write an essay on a topic related to the historical memory and legacy of the Second World War. ✍️ Participants are invited to prepare essays in Russian on the following topics: ‘Echoes of War’: historical memory of the events of the Second World War in the family and country; 80 years of the Great Victory: common responsibility before history and [...]

20 12, 2024

Émile Verhaeren and Russian Literature: Vladimir Ronin’s Lecture at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-01-30T12:22:19+01:00December 20th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Library, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

On December 15, 2024, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a lecture by Professor Vladimir Ronin titled "Émile Verhaeren and the Russians: Que reste-t-il de nos amours?" The event attracted a diverse audience, including literature enthusiasts, students, and members of the Russian-speaking community in Belgium. Professor Ronin, a renowned expert in Franco-Russian literary relations, explored the profound impact of Belgian poet Émile Verhaeren on Russian literature. He discussed how Verhaeren's symbolist works resonated with Russian poets such as Alexander Blok and Valery Bryusov, influencing their creative paths. The lecture also highlighted the reciprocal nature of this cultural exchange, noting how [...]

20 12, 2024

“From Russia with Love: From Yasnaya Polyana to the Hermitage” — A Triumph of Music and Art in Brussels

2024-12-20T12:45:50+01:00December 20th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , |

On December 12, the Russian House in Brussels hosted an evening that combined classical music and visual arts, leaving unforgettable impressions on the audience. The final highlight of the event was a musical program performed by the soloists of the State Academic Capella Orchestra of St. Petersburg — Ilya Chirskov (piano) and Evgenia Klevtsova (violin). The event was not only a celebration of music but also the grand closing of the exhibition “Landscapes of Yasnaya Polyana in the World of Leo Tolstoy.” The audience was particularly captivated by the unique musical pieces. As a special gift, Ilya Chirskov performed a [...]

17 12, 2024

At the Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels was presented a docu-drama about Peter the Great

2024-12-17T10:44:39+01:00December 17th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, History & Memory, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|

The Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels hosted a premiere screening dedicated to National Unity Day. Belgian viewers had the opportunity to watch "Peter I: The Last Tsar and the First Emperor," a docu-drama directed by Andrei Kravchuk, about one of Russia's most prominent rulers — Peter the Great, the first Emperor of Russia. The screening attracted both history enthusiasts and those interested in Russian cultural heritage. The figure of Peter I, along with the era of his rise and reign, continues to captivate minds around the world. The filmmakers recreated the most significant events from Peter the Great’s life [...]

2 12, 2024

Musical Walks Through the Hermitage: An Evening of Art, History, and Inspiration

2024-12-02T12:20:33+01:00December 2nd, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News|Tags: , , , |

On the 260th Anniversary of the Hermitage (Saint Petersburg) On November 28, 2024, Brussels hosted a unique evening dedicated to the 260th anniversary of the State Hermitage Museum. Organized by the Russian House, the event offered attendees a musical journey to the heart of one of the world's greatest museums, led by Maestro Andrei Chevtchouk. The Hermitage is not merely a museum but a true repository of global cultural heritage, where centuries of history come alive under its majestic arches. That evening, Maestro Shevchuk not only guided guests through the world of music but also shared stories about the unmatched [...]

29 11, 2024

Premiere Screening of the Film “A Russian Youth” at the Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels

2024-12-02T10:47:47+01:00November 29th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, History & Memory, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , |

On November 27, the Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels hosted the premiere screening of Alexander Zolotukhin’s debut film "A Russian Youth" — a poignant motion picture that immersed viewers in the tragic events of World War I. The film tells the story of a simple Russian boy who, driven by youthful dreams of glory, heads to the frontlines. His path changes dramatically when he loses his sight in his very first battle. The protagonist remains in service in a new role — a listener, tasked with detecting enemy aircraft through massive metal funnels. Sergei Rachmaninoff’s music seamlessly weaves into [...]

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