Three Upcoming Exhibitions You Shouldn't Miss
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"Tatlin. Construction of the World." The exhibition will be held at the Zotov Center in Moscow
What is it?
A retrospective marking the 140th anniversary of Vladimir Tatlin's birth and the first exhibition in Russia during latest 30 years devoted entirely to the avant-garde icon. More than 220 works (paintings, rare drawings, stage designs, photographs) are on display, along with key reconstructions, including research around the Monument to the Third International (Tatlin’s Tower) and the legendary Letatlin. The exhibition's architecture is structured around seven facets of Tatlin's personality and work.
Dates: November 22, 2025 – March 22, 2026.
Venue: Zotov Center (3rd floor, Exhibition Hall), Khodynskaya St., 2, bldg. 1, Moscow.
Hours: Tue-Sun 11:00–22:00; closed on Mondays. Ticket office open until 21:20.
Who was Vladimir Tatlin?
Vladimir Tatlin was an artist, architect, graphic artist, designer, theater artist and also one of the founders of constructivism. His design for the Monument to the Third International became a key symbol of the avant-garde and a hallmark of Constructivist aesthetics.
Why should you attend the exhibition?
The exhibition will be of interest for a wide audience, especially students of art, architecture, and design, as it offers:
- a rare, comprehensive overview covering Tatlin's oeuvres d'art, from early Cubist canvases to late paintings and theatre work;
- a wide variety of exhibits on loan from over 25 museums and private collections, including pieces that have rarely been exhibited before – a unique chance to see Tatlin's art presented as a unified narrative;
- a rich parallel program (lectures, musical performances, hands-on workshops).
Visiting Rules and Tips:
Tickets: Purchase online or at the Zotov ticket office; discounts are available (ID required). Refunds are available no later than one day before visit date.
General Rules:
- turn off your phone;
- leave large bags in the lockers;
- food and drinks are not allowed;
- professional photography / videography is permitted only by prior arrangement (no flash).
Please, find detailed information on the website in the "Visitors" section: https://centrezotov.ru/visitors/
Parallel program
The exhibition is accompanied by a rich parallel program. The musical partners MusicAeterna, the educational project "Musical Dimension," and VTB Bank, along with conductor Teodor Currentzis, will present musical works that will allow you to dive deeper into the context of the exhibition. A series of lectures and public talks dedicated to various stages of Tatlin's career are also available. Don't miss the "Culture of Materials" master classes, named after the course of the same name that Tatlin taught at VKHUTEMAS.
I also recommend visiting the exhibition "The Path to the Avant-Garde: Artists' Dialogues in the Magazine 'A-Ya,'" which is also on display at the Zotov Center. The exhibition is about the magazine 'A-Ya,' which focused on unofficial Russian art (1979-1986).
"Exhibition about PNI." The exhibition will be held at the Museum of Moscow
What is it?
A large-scale artistic and documentary project about residential care facilities and the people who live there. The exhibition explores places we do not usually think of, places we sometimes even fear to contemplate. The project addresses the truly complex yet important question of visibility, dignity, and love, exploring our willingness to understand and accept differences.
Nyuta Federmesser, author of the "Region of Care" project, writes about the exhibition: "This is not about pain and humiliation. It is about how each of us, having met the world of people we have become accustomed to overlooking, becomes brighter, kinder, and begins to better distinguish good from evil, important from unimportant. They, the residents of PNI, are like astronauts or aliens, unburdened by our social anamnesis. They radiate light, and our task is to see this light. We are changing the system not only for them, but for ourselves too – so that one day we too will not find ourselves behind this gray fence, and so that our society will finally learn to value human uniqueness rather than fear it".
You will see over 350 works: photographs, videos, sculptures, and multimedia installations, and learn more about the lives of residents of the residential care facilities.
The exhibition is organized by the People's Front's social project "Region of Care," which has been working for several years to protect the rights of terminally ill people, people with mental disabilities, orphans, and children with no parental care.
The exhibition's curator will be Georgy Nikich, art historian and board member of the International Association of Art Critics.
Dates: December 9, 2025 – April 5, 2026.
Venue: Moscow Museum, Zubovsky Boulevard, 2, bldg. 3 (Park Kultury metro station).
What is PNI?
PNIs (psychoneurological boarding schools) are state institutions where people with any psychiatric diagnosis are admitted. Currently, over 160,000 people live there in Russia.
Conditions vary from one PNI to another, but people are often forced to live in groups of 8-10 persons per room, strictly adhere to the rules, and obey the staff unquestioningly (residents can be punished for disobedience). Therefore, unfortunately, being in a PNI only worsens the condition.
Why should you attend the exhibition?
- the exhibition raises an important topic that is often hushed up in society;
- a human-centric exhibition dedicated to mental health, inclusion, and social policy;
- the project will remind you what makes us human beings and that life and home are not a privilege, but necessity;
- a rich parallel program awaits you, allowing you to dive even deeper into the exhibition's theme: art mediation, social volunteering, lectures and discussions, as well as seminars with experts in a wide range of fields (lawyers, psychologists, social workers, and many others).
Visiting Rules and Tips:
Tickets: Purchase on the website or at the Moscow Museum ticket office (closes 1 hour prior to the museum).
General Rules:
- food and drinks are not allowed;
- use the cloakroom for your outerwear;
- large luggage is prohibited.
Opening Hours: Generally, from Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Closed on Mondays. Be sure to check the current opening hours before visiting.
"From Beijing to Moscow: A Dialogue of Cultures." The exhibition will be held at the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow
What is it?
The project is timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and China establishment. The exhibition focuses on the Ming and Qing dynasties (14th–19th centuries), the heyday of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The exhibition will feature 91 works from the collection of the National Museum of China. You will see numerous calligraphic works, handscrolls, fans, and more. This large-scale cross-cultural exhibition will present art as a means of communication between opposing civilizations and reveal the parallels and contrasts between Chinese and Russian artistic traditions.
Dates: November 19, 2025 – February 23, 2026.
Venue: New Tretyakov Gallery, Krymsky Val, 10 (near Park Kultury / Oktyabrskaya metro stations), Moscow.
Why should you attend the exhibition?
The exhibition "From Beijing to Moscow: Dialogue of Cultures" is sure to appeal to a wide audience, especially students of art history, Asian studies, and those interested in Chinese culture and history, as it offers:
- a collection of unique exhibits: you will not see typical oil paintings on canvas, the exhibition will feature works made of paper, silk, ink, and much more;
- an appreciation of art through the lens of the individual;
- a true "dialogue" between civilizations, a bridge between cultures.
Visiting Rules and Tips:
- visits to the Tretyakov Gallery are scheduled in 30-minute intervals (you can enter the museum every 30 minutes);
- it is best to purchase tickets in advance, walk-in tickets are only available if capacity allows;
- tickets can also be purchased with a Pushkin Card (online only, this payment method is not available at the museum ticket office).
- opening hours of the New Tretyakov Gallery (Sun/Tue/Wed 10:00–18:00; Thu–Sat 10:00–21:00; Closed on Mondays).
More information can be found on the website in the "Visitors" section: https://www.tretyakovgallery.ru/museums/
References:
- Zotov Center - https://centrezotov.ru/education/
- Museum of Moscow - https://mosmuseum.ru/
- Tretyakov Gallery - https://www.tretyakovgallery.ru/
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