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Our Favourite Moscow Museums: Off the Beaten Path. Part 1

Our Favourite Moscow Museums: Off the Beaten Path. Part 1
Moscow’s world-famous museums, such as the Tretyakov Gallery and the Pushkin Art Museum, are so popular that it is not uncommon to see long queues snaking around the buildings, especially when there are major temporary exhibitions. We’ve put together a list of our favourite museums that lie a little off the beaten path, but are definitely worth a visit. In this first installment of our museum guide, we have compiled a list of some cool technology-related museums that will certainly pique your interest.

Russian Easter Traditions

Russian Easter Traditions
On April 28, Orthodox believers in Russia celebrate Easter. The holiday has some interesting traditions, some which are followed not only by religious people, but by the wider public throughout the country.

See ‘The Scream’ in Moscow: Edvard Munch at the Tretyakov Gallery

See ‘The Scream’ in Moscow: Edvard Munch at the Tretyakov Gallery
An exhibition of works by the famed Norwegian expressionist Edvard Munch (1863–1944) at the Tretyakov Gallery provides viewers the most comprehensive display of the artist’s legacy to ever be presented in Moscow.

Discovering HSE and Russia: Moscow's Hot Tropical Rhythms

Moscow is known for its urban sprawl, expansive parks, picturesque metro and cold winters. What it is less known for is its hot dancing scene for tropical rhythms such as salsa. As a music aficionado, this aspect of the city’s life has come most to my attention.

Early Bloomers at Aptekarskiy Ogorod Botanical Garden

Early Bloomers at Aptekarskiy Ogorod Botanical Garden
March and April in Moscow may be difficult months, since spring is already here, but the cold wind, the grey skies and patches of snow still linger. Admiring some flowers is always a great way to boost the spirits, and there is a place in Moscow that is already abloom.

Ilya Repin Retrospective at New Tretyakov

Ilya Repin Retrospective at New Tretyakov
If you are interested in Russian history and art, don’t miss this year’s most anticipated exhibition in Moscow. Ilya Repin (1844–1930) comprehensively portrayed the country’s life from the early 1870s to the end of the 1920s. His paintings also include stories from earlier Russian history and folklore.

ZIP Group Exhibition at HSE Art Gallery

Polnoch (“Midnight”), an exhibition by ZIP art group, is featured at the HSE Art Gallery January 31-February 24.

'Duck Hunting' Performance by Nedoslov Russian Deaf Theatre

ESN HSE Moscow invites everyone to their SocialErasmus event at the Nedoslov Russian Deaf Theatre on February 23. Participants will attend a sign language performance 'Duck Hunting' followed by a tour around the theatre.

Viva La Vida. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera Exhibition

Viva La Vida. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Paintings and Drawings from Museums and Private Collections
A large-scale exhibition of these two renowned Mexican artists is currently open in the heart of Moscow until March 12.

HSE Snow Fest to Bring Together HSE’s Snowboarders and Skiers Again

HSE Snow Fest to Bring Together HSE’s Snowboarders and Skiers Again
Every winter, HSE students and staff occupy the slope at the KANT skiing complex to organize the HSE Snow Fest. On this day, HSE students, HSE Lyceum students, and HSE staff together can go snowboarding and alpine skiing for free. In 2019, HSE Snow Fest takes place on February 10.