“Russian Ballet. Anna Pavlova and Maya Plisetskaya” 16.01–05.03 Finissage March 5, 7:00 p.m. Free Registration From January 16, the Russian House in Brussels hosts an international art exhibition from the Art Seasons series, with the leading themes “Christmas Fairy Tale in Europe” and “Russian Ballet.” In halls filled with light, creativity, and the anticipation of encounters, destinies, countries, and artistic traditions intertwine. The art exhibition of compatriots “Art Seasons” is a significant cultural event in which personal experience and national memory take on a visible form. It is a space of dialogue and recognition, where art becomes a witness of time [...]
11.02-01.03 11Since 1522, the Grand Prince of Moscow Vasili III and the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V exchanged a lot of letters and embassies. So started, 500 years ago, a surprisingly intense dialogue between Russia and the greatest West Europian power as allies, "in brotherhood and love"... Languages: Russian, French, Dutch
Museum of the World Ocean, Kaliningrad 5 Oceans Club February 12 – March 4, outdoor stands of the Russian House in Brussels Opening reception: February 12, 6:00 PM (ONLINE) Free Registration The Russian House in Brussels, in cooperation with the Museum of the World Ocean and the 5 Oceans Club, presents the exhibition "Captain Cousteau in Russia". The exhibition is dedicated to the life and legacy of the legendary explorer, oceanographer, and filmmaker Jacques-Yves Cousteau. De tentoonstelling “Kapitein Cousteau in Rusland” is een groot vlaggenschipproject van Rossotrudnichestvo, gelanceerd in heel Rusland en in het buitenland in het kader van het 100-jarig [...]
Free Registration The Russian House in Brussels invites you to the Historical Club lecture series, dedicated to the history of Belgium and its emergence as an independent state. Language of the event: Russian. At the first meeting on February 25, we will explore the events leading up to the formation of Belgium: the life of the southern provinces within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, economic and social tensions, the 1830 uprising in Brussels, and the first steps toward independence. Special attention will be paid to the role of the monarchy, social movements, and diplomatic events that shaped the new state. The [...]
Free Registration The Russian House in Brussels invites you to the Historical Club lecture series, dedicated to the history of Belgium and its emergence as an independent state. Language of the event: Russian. At the second meeting on March 4, we will continue the story of the establishment of the Kingdom of Belgium, examining how the country became one of the first industrialised countries in continental Europe. We will look at how it strengthened its global position through its domestic infrastructure development. The railways connected industrial centres, coal mines, steel factories and major ports such as Antwerp, supporting domestic economic growth [...]
International Women’s Day On the eve of International Women’s Day, on March 5, the Russian House in Brussels will host a special evening — a musical tribute to Woman, her inspiration, strength, and the poetry of feelings. Free Registration A vibrant European duo will perform on stage — Johan Famaey (piano, composer) and Marina Martin Maldonado (violin). Their program is a musical journey connecting Belgium, Spain, and Russia, where classical tradition meets modernity and virtuosity meets deep emotional expression. The musicians are known across Europe for their atmospheric concerts combining original masterpieces and unique arrangements. The duo regularly presents its work [...]
On March 10, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a meeting within the framework of the “Hermitage Evenings” project. Guests will continue their exploration of the collection of the State Hermitage Museum, presented in the General Staff Building — the former complex of imperial ministries. Event languages: Russian / French. Free Registration The halls of the General Staff Building host an exhibition dedicated to 19th-century Russian jewelry art. The Sazikovs, Khlebnikovs, Ovchinnikov and other masters of the Russian Empire revived ancient techniques, drew inspiration from pre-Petrine Rus’, and created works that became a source of national pride. From the [...]
On March 11, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a lecture by Denis Von Meck as part of the Historical Club series. Language: English Free Registration Denis von Meck is a direct descendant of the von Meck, Tchaikovsky, and Davydov families; a family historian, collector, and publisher; curator of the virtual museum von-meck.info; and co-founder of educational foundations, including von-meck.org. He is also the head of the international cultural diplomacy project “Tchaikovsky – Music Without Visas,” whose general information partner is TASS. https://rushouse.be/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/denis-von-meck.pnghttps://rushouse.be/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/o.-bobrovnikova.png Musical illustrations will be performed by Olga Bobrovnikova — an outstanding pianist and the author of [...]
The Russian House in Brussels invites you to the exhibition “When Art Nouveau Meets Artificial Intelligence: From Brussels to Moscow via Saint Petersburg,” organized on the occasion of the 10th anniversary edition of the Brussels Art Nouveau Art Deco Festival (BANAD). The art of the turn of the XIX-XX centuries left a bright trace in the history of Europe and Russia. The Art Nouveau era encompassed the entire human environment - from architecture to perfume bottles. Architects of this time began to actively use the innovations of building materials and engineering discoveries, while combining clear geometry with elegant decorative elements. Despite [...]
135th anniversary of the Russian and Soviet composer Sergei Prokofiev 120th anniversary of the Soviet composer Dmitri Shostakovich Language: Russian/French Free Registration In 2026, we celebrate the anniversaries of two titans of 20th-century Russian music — Sergei Prokofiev and Dmitri Shostakovich. Their work, uniting deep traditions with bold innovative exploration, became a symbol of an era and continues to move listeners around the world. https://rushouse.be/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/andrei-shevchuk.png The musical lecture will be given by Maestro Andrei Shevchuk, well known to audiences of the Russian House — a symphonic conductor and choirmaster who has worked for more than twenty years with orchestras and choirs [...]
