February 24, 2025 marks three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine—a violation of international law that continues to bring devastating loss and destruction. The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA) stands in unwavering solidarity with the people of Ukraine and condemns the ongoing aggression. We also recognize and honor those in Russia who bravely oppose […] Read more
One year ago, Alexei Navalny—opposition leader, anti-corruption activist, and advocate for a free Russia—died in a Siberian prison. A year later, the weight of this loss is still deeply felt. His courage, resilience, and unwavering belief in a better future continue to inspire people around the world. “You must never give up. The main thing […] Read more
This winter, TMORA’s acclaimed exhibition Russia’s Native Mushrooms: Botanical Watercolors by Alexander Viazmensky has taken center stage on Minnesota Public Radio’s Art Friend podcast. Senior arts reporter and critic Alex V. Cipolle and renowned chef Alan Bergo, known as The Forager Chef, bring their unique perspectives to this vibrant exploration of mushrooms and art. Listen to the full story: Read the transcript and listen to the podcast here. In […] Read more
TMORA Awarded Accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums July 16, 2024 – The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA) has achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. […] Read more
Zoran Mojsilov leans on one of his tree ring artworks, part of a solo exhibition at The Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis. Photo by Shari L. Gross Dust covered drills, hooks, chains, saws and everything else in sight in Zoran Mojsilov’s cavernous northeast Minneapolis studio near the river. Across from the studio parking lot […] Read more
