80th Anniversary of the End of World War II Exterior stands of the Russian House in Brussels 02-30.09 The exhibition “Our Compatriots in the Belgian Resistance”, prepared by Professor Vladimir Ronin in cooperation with the Russian House in Brussels, was presented as part of the round table “Russia, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg: Shared Memory of the Fight Against Fascism”, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The exhibition consists of 12 photo-documentary panels and tells the stories of our compatriots — people from Russia and former Soviet republics who became members of the anti-fascist underground and partisan [...]
Dear friends! On the anniversary of the outstanding Russian scientist Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov, we are pleased to present the documentary film “Mikhailo Lomonosov. Ten Novellas from the Life of a Genius” Director: Alexey Denisov Producer: Sergey Alekseev 2011 * 52 minutes https://rushouse.be/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/mikhail_lomonosov2-w986.jpg Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov (1711–1765) was born more than three hundred years ago, yet his scientific and creative legacy remains relevant today. Geography, astronomy, art, literature, chemistry, history, and philosophy are just a few of the fields in which he made his mark. Lomonosov developed the atomic-molecular theory of matter, formulated the principle of conservation of matter, designed several optical [...]
Dear friends, On the occasion of the anniversary of the outstanding Russian scientist Nikolai Ivanovich Vavilov, we present to your attention a documentary film by the Russian Geographical Society, which he headed for almost ten years. “Nikolai Vavilov: The Man Who Fed Humanity” Author/Director: Alexander Konyashov 2014 * 52 minutes https://rushouse.be/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/nikolai_vavilov_nywts.jpg Nikolai Ivanovich Vavilov (1887–1943) was an outstanding Russian and Soviet scientist, geneticist, botanist, and geographer who made an immense contribution to the development of world science. Vavilov became one of the founders of modern plant genetics and devoted his life to studying the diversity of cultivated plants and their origins. [...]
For the Day of Slavic Literature and Culture To the Day of Russia Russian Geographical Society 21.05 – 19.06 Visitors to the photo exhibition of the Russian House will see pictures of cultural heritage objects from various parts of Russia: the majestic Naryn-Kala citadel in the Republic of Daghestan, the Oreshek fortress in the Leningrad Region, the Shoaninsky ancient Christian temple towering in the mountains in the Karachayevo-Circassian Republic and other unique monuments of history and culture of the peoples of Russia. The exposition consists of works by participants in the annual photo contest of the Russian Geographical Society "The Most [...]
To the International Day of the Russian Language and the Day of Russia 01.06-31.08 External stands of the Russian House in Brussels - Europe The Russian House in Brussels presents twenty-four works of the finalists of the VII photo contest of the Russian Geographical Society "The Most Beautiful Country" at the exhibition of the same name. The Russian Geographical Society annually holds a large-scale competition "The Most Beautiful Country", in which only original and unusual photographs dedicated to the beauty of Russia are selected. The subjects of the works are very diverse: views of Russian cities, photos of rare animals, sea [...]
Anna Volkova Russian-Dutch multimedia artist working with porcelain, glass, and mosaic. 11 June – 16 July Artist-Led Presentation of the Exhibition “June Bloom” 10 June, 7:00 PM Free Registration Anna Volkova’s art is a tribute to the Old Masters and to the lengthy process of creating a perfect form. Her works combine artistic virtuosity, profound knowledge of materials, and sophisticated engineering solutions. For many years, the artist has explored the possibilities of porcelain, developing her own formulas and techniques. Each flower is handcrafted from her proprietary porcelain body and fired at high temperatures. The unglazed matte surface preserves the impression of [...]
Russian Geographical Society On the occasion of Russia Day Language: Russian / English 11.06–15.09 vernissage: 10.06 Free Registration From June 11, the Russian House in Brussels invites everyone to discover the best photographs as part of the exhibition “Multinational Russia,” which tells the story of a different reality hidden from the inhabitants of large cities. For several years, the Russian Geographical Society has been running the “The Most Beautiful Country” photo contest, collecting the best shots taken by both amateur and professional photographers. These photographs not only convey the beauty and diversity of Russia, but also reflect its history and national [...]
Russian Geographical Society On the occasion of Russia Day Language: Russian / English 11.06–15.09 vernissage: 10.06 Free Registration The Russian House in Brussels and the Russian Geographical Society present the photo exhibition “Peoples of Russia” — a unique collection of works from the “The Most Beautiful Country” project, dedicated to the cultural diversity of our country. The protagonists of the exhibition are residents of different regions of Russia — guardians of traditions, crafts, and national identity. Through the photographers’ lens, visitors will see sincere emotions, everyday life, celebrations, and rituals of the peoples inhabiting the vast territory of Russia — from [...]
Victory Museum Language: Russian/English The Russian House in Brussels, in cooperation with the Victory Museum, presents the electronic exhibition “The Second Front”, dedicated to the opening of the Second Front in Europe by Allied forces on June 6, 1944. Nearly two hundred rare exhibits — including unique documents, photographs from Russian and foreign archives, and personal belongings of participants in those events — reconstruct the events of June 6, 1944, the day when British and American troops landed in Normandy. “D-Day,” or Operation Overlord, was one of the most famous and largest offensive operations of the Second World War. This exhibition [...]
Victory Museum Language: Russian / English The Russian House in Brussels and the Victory Museum, in cooperation with the Memorial complex "Brest Hero Fortress" and private collectors, present an exhibition dedicated to the anniversary of the beginning of the Great Patriotic War. A variety of materials — photographs, letters, and documents — bear witness to the heroism of the participants in the border battles of 1941 along the entire front line, on land, at sea, and in the air. The exhibition highlights the feats not only of those who fought on the front lines, but also of those who brought victory [...]
On the occasion of the 135th anniversary of Sergei Prokofiev and the 120th anniversary of Dmitri Shostakovich Russian National Museum of Music Language: French 27.06-30.09 Opening: June 26, 19:00 The exhibition “Double Portrait Against the Backdrop of a Century”, dedicated to the 135th anniversary of Sergei Prokofiev and the 120th anniversary of Dmitri Shostakovich, is devoted to the outstanding 20th-century composers whose creative paths developed in parallel. Each, in his own way, reflected the musical and stylistic tendencies of the era; each, in his own way, went through the experiments of the “new music” of the 1920s and created an individual [...]
Dear friends, Summer is the season of concerts and festivals, and we are delighted to announce our very first Singer-Songwriter Festival! We invite all admirers of Russian culture to spend a cozy summer evening in an atmosphere of love, family, and friendship. You will meet artists whom you undoubtedly know and appreciate already. You will also have a unique opportunity to be among the very first listeners of brand-new original songs, hear heartfelt stories behind them, and discover new melodies. Live music, a warm atmosphere, and genuine conversation — everything needed for a true summer celebration. The venue is air-conditioned, so [...]
Day of Family, Love and Fidelity On 4 July at 6:00 p.m., the Russian House in Brussels invites you to the Medal Award Ceremony “For Love and Fidelity”, dedicated to the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity — a celebration that reminds us of the most important values in life: love, devotion, mutual respect, and family happiness. Free Registration The central event of the evening will be the presentation of the public award “For Love and Fidelity”, established in 2008 by the Organizing Committee of the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity in the Russian Federation on the initiative of Svetlana [...]
Language: Russian / français On July 7, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a new edition of the series “Hermitage Evenings ONLINE.” This time, we continue our virtual journey through the collections of the General Staff Building of the State Hermitage Museum and turn to one of the most influential artists of the 20th century — Pablo Picasso. Free Registration Cubism became the second major art movement of the early 20th century after Fauvism. While the Fauves introduced the power and freedom of color to the world, Picasso radically reinterpreted form and space, proposing a new artistic language. He [...]
Free Registration Dear friends, To mark the 90th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding director Stanislav Govorukhin, the Film Club of the Russian House in Brussels is pleased to present: “The Actress” Director: Stanislav Govorukhin Starring: Yevgeniya Dobrovolskaya, Yuri Stepanov 2007*100 min. English subtitles 18+ Anna Petrova is a middle-aged stage actress whose career and personal life are far from successful. At the theatre, she is given only minor roles, while finding a worthy man seems almost impossible. Her cheerful and energetic friend Musya, who lives next door, supports Anna and brightens her lonely everyday life. Everything changes when Anna [...]
"Nu, pogodi!" — a masterpiece that shaped generations — returns to the big screen! In celebration of the legendary Soyuzmultfilm studio's anniversary, we invite you and your children to immerse yourselves in an atmosphere of carefree childhood and heartfelt laughter. We will be showing the very first, iconic episodes that started the great chase between the Wolf and the Hare. This is a unique opportunity to see animation classics in excellent quality and in the company of fellow fans. Did you know how this legendary cartoon was born? In 1968–1969, Mikhail Valkov, director of the Soyuzmultfilm studio, asked young humor writers [...]
On 16 July, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a piano concert of one of the most promising young pianists of the new generationen - Alexei Dimitriadis, a winner of numerous international competitionsAs has become a cherished tradition,As has become a cherished tradition, we would like to dedicate the evening closing the cultural season at the Russian House to Belgium’s National Day.On this evening, music will become a language of emotions and imagery. The programme will bring together two masterpieces of Russian piano classics — Sergei Rachmaninoff’s ‘Musical Moments’ and Modest Mussorgsky’s famous ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’.Rachmaninoff’s *Musical Moments* is [...]
Languages: Russian / French 20-27.07 The exhibition “Ars Vivendi” was held in 2024 in the largest hall of the Winter Palace — the Nicholas Hall. This large-scale project brought together more than 70 paintings by Flemish masters of still life and animal painting from the flourishing era of 17th-century Flanders, as well as works of decorative and applied art. The exhibition immersed visitors in the Baroque world of Flanders, filled with exotic curiosities, luxurious bouquets, floral garlands, and hunting trophies. The 17th century in Flanders was a time of prosperous trade and cultural refinement. The region was filled with new goods [...]
Language: Russian/French 27.07-02.08 You will meet again with Vladislav Statkevich, who will talk about large-format still lifes and animalistic works by Frans Snyders, Abraham Brueghel, Abraham van Diepenbeeck, and Peter Boel. You will learn how and why such grandiose works were created and what they reveal about the Flemish “art of living.” Afterwards, guests will have an exclusive chance to “visit” the restoration laboratory of the State Hermitage Museum and hear first-hand how the preparation of these enormous paintings for the exhibition was carried out. Specialists in the restoration of easel painting will share the details. As last time, Mikhail Dedinkin, [...]
Dear friends, The Cinema Club of the Russian House in Brussels is pleased to present documentary films by the The Russian Geographical Society (RGS) . The Russian Geographical Society (RGS) is one of Russia's oldest public organizations, founded in 1845. Its main mission is to explore Russia, preserve its natural heritage, and promote geographical knowledge. Today, the RGS carries out large-scale scientific, educational, and expedition projects, supports research, contributes to environmental protection and the preservation of historical and cultural heritage, and produces documentary films introducing audiences to Russia's unique landscapes, diverse peoples, and outstanding explorers. "Antarctica. Journey to the Three Poles" [...]
