Voices of Peoples
Russian
a digital exhibitiongreat stories begin with people

Voices of Peoples

A digital exhibition of stories, generational memory, languages and cultural heritage from peoples of Russia and the world

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Exhibition themes

Six ways to explore culture through a personal story — from ancestral memory and mother tongue to the place a person calls home

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My Dream

Dreams about the future a person wants to create for themselves, their family, country and the world

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Voices of Ancestors

Stories of traditions, rituals, legends, customs and values passed down through generations. National dress, crafts, ornaments, symbols and everyday objects

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The Story of My Home

Stories of a home region, village or city — its distinctive character, memorable places, natural landmarks and the people who make it unique

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Family Memory

Stories of family heirlooms, ancestors, family traditions, memorable events and the people who shaped a family’s history

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Mother Tongue

Stories of mother tongues, dialects, songs and words that preserve a people’s memory and pass on its culture

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My Heritage

A personal story of what someone values in their people’s culture, what they treasure most and what they want to pass on to future generations

New voices

Voices of AncestorsArticle

Sri Lankan Traditions Worth Preserving

Pramod Minuwanpitiya explores Sri Lankan traditions, from Kandy Esala Perahera and masks to family celebrations and hospitality.

Pramod MinuwanpitiyaSri Lanka
My DreamArticle

A Dream of a World Worth Living In

Ksenia Petrunova believes small daily acts, culture and youth work can make the world more attentive, caring and kind.

Ksenia PetrunovaKaliningrad region
The Story of My HomeArticle

The North That Stays with Me

Elisey Kuritsyn remembers Arkhangelsk as a city of snow, northern lights, white nights and distinctive wooden architecture.

Elisey KuritsynArkhangelsk region
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