Join TMORA staff and fellow book lovers in the galleries on the second Tuesday of the month as we read and discuss contemporary literature with a connection to Russia. This month, in keeping with our current exhibitions' focus on women, we’ll read Tatyana Tolstaya's Aetherial Worlds, a collection of short stories by a major figure in Russian literature today. Discussion will be facilitated by Museum Learning Manager Dr. Kelly McKay. Purchase a copy of the book from one of the Twin…

This concert is SOLD OUT. Please visit the Cantus website for more information. As part of their Hometown Series, please join Cantus for an evening at The Museum of Russian Art. The Queen's Songbook Beloved Queen Lili’uokalani was the last monarch to reign over Hawai’i – and a musical prodigy who composed, conducted, sang, and played four instruments. In The Queen’s Songbook, Cantus surveys the wealth of music she created, including “Aloha ‘Oe” and “He Mele Lāhui Hawai’i,” one of…

Each season of the year brings you an opportunity to enjoy a FREE visit to TMORA and TMORA Shop. Join us Thursday, July 18 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM Free admission. Enjoy the galleries, shop, and bring friends! No pre-registration is required. All are welcome. Featured image: Yuri I. Bosko, 1930-2019 A Woman of the Volga, 1967 Oil on canvas From the private collection of Raymond and Susan Johnson   As a special addition to the evening, the TMORA-affiliated women's…

Inspired by the sun symbols and goddess figures depicted on many of the tools and textiles in Peasant Women of the Russian North, we invite you to join us in the Main Gallery for a gentle yoga practice. Led by Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin, we'll flow through an inspiring and meditative practice in the tranquil TMORA galleries, surrounded by artwork. Your ticket includes a 45 minute yoga flow, post-yoga tea, and admission to the museum afterward. Please bring…

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free story time for families and kids in the Fireside Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, July 20 | 10:30 – 11:00 AM Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE | Pre-registration for children is requested. *Each story…

Presented in partnership by The Museum of Russian Art, East-West Connections, Global Minnesota, Committee on Foreign Relations Minnesota,  Zerkalo – Russian-Speaking Media of MN, World Without Genocide, Russians Against War – Minnesota, and Russian Studies at Macalester College: The Russian-Ukrainian Ongoing War: Roots, Causes, Stages, Prospects  A Presentation by Dr. Oleksandr Komarenko  Join us for an insightful lecture presented by Dr. Oleksandr (Alex) Komarenko, Associate Professor of the Faculty of History at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv and Visiting…

Soviet Bus Stops: A Two-Night Documentary Screening Embark on a journey through architectural history with The Museum of Russian Art's exclusive two-night screening of Soviet Bus Stops. Discover the fascinating world of these overlooked masterpieces of Soviet architecture, lovingly chronicled by Canadian photographer Christopher Herwig. Herwig stumbled upon his first unique Soviet bus stop in 2002 and has since dedicated himself to capturing their diversity and beauty. From Kyiv to Vladivostok, Herwig's photographs showcase a stunning variety of architectural styles,…

Join us for an evening with Nitka, the folk performance group affiliated with The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA), as they bring to life the songs, stories, and traditions of peasant women from pre-revolutionary Russia. This event, directly connected to TMORA's Main Gallery exhibition Peasant Women of the Russian North: Heritage of a Culture Lost, promises a rich and immersive cultural experience. Event Highlights: Traditional Songs and Stories: Nitka will perform a selection of songs from the peasant tradition of…

Inspired by the sun symbols and goddess figures depicted on many of the tools and textiles in Peasant Women of the Russian North, we invite you to join us in the Main Gallery for a gentle yoga practice. Led by Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin, we’ll flow through an inspiring and meditative practice in the tranquil TMORA galleries, surrounded by artwork. Your ticket includes a 45 minute yoga flow, post-yoga tea, and admission to the museum afterward. Please bring…

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free story time for families and kids in the Fireside Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, August 17 | 10:30 – 11:00 AM Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE | Pre-registration for children is requested. *Each story…

Join TMORA staff and fellow book lovers in the galleries on the second Tuesday of the month as we read and discuss Russian literature. This month, in keeping with our current exhibitions’ focus on women, we’ll read Other Worlds: Peasants, Pilgrims, Spirits, Saints, a collection of stories by Teffi (pen name of Nadezhda Lokhvitskaya). Discussion will be facilitated by Director of Education Dr. Kelly McKay. Purchase a copy of the book from one of the Twin Cities’ many fabulous independent…

The Museum of Russian Art is honored to present An Evening with Denis Evstuhin: Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky Join us for an exquisite evening of classical music as acclaimed pianist Denis Evstuhin performs Piotr Tchaikovsky's Children's Album and Modest Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. This concert promises to be a mesmerizing journey through two of Russia's most beloved composers, brought to life in the intimate setting of The Museum of Russian Art. The TMORA Shop and galleries will be open prior…

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free family activity in the Robert J. Brokop Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and create a take-home art project of your own. Afterwards, explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, September 21 | 10:30 AM Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE | Pre-registration for…

The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA) invites you to celebrate the opening of Russia's Native Mushrooms: Botanical Watercolors by Alexander Viazmensky, on Saturday, September 21, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. This event is included with museum admission (always FREE for TMORA Members). Experience the vibrant world of Russian mushrooms through the stunning botanical watercolors of Alexander Viazmensky. Enjoy live music by award-winning cello duo Purple Orange and light refreshments throughout the event. At 1:30 PM, hear remarks by the Museum's…

Thursday, October 3, 2:00 -3:00 PM TMORA is pleased to collaborate with the Hennepin County Library to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Thursday, October 3, we will read The Littlest Matryoshka by Corinne Demas Bliss, look at matryoshkas from the museum's education collection, and create our own artwork inspired by nesting dolls. Recommended for Pre-K through Grade 3. Please note that this activity takes place at Washburn Library, located at 5244 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis,…

Join us for the premiere of A Thousand Nesting Dolls, showcasing TMORA’s unique collection—the largest and most extensive array of nesting dolls in the United States, unveiled for the very first time. Enjoy an unforgettable evening at the The Museum of Russian Art. Walk through the galleries, shop in the Museum's renowned TMORA Shop, indulge in delicious small bites by Chowgirls Killer Catering, and live music by Twin Cities Hot Club. Special remarks from the Curator and Executive Director will…

Thursday, October 17, 4:00 - 5:30 PM TMORA is pleased to collaborate with Minneapolis Parks & Recreation to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Thursday, October 17, learn the curious backstory of the matryoshka, Russia’s famous nesting doll, interact with samples from TMORA’s education collection, and then use your artistic skills to design a nesting doll of your own. Limited to 15 participants. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Please note that this activity takes place…

Friday, October 18, 2:00 - 3:00 PM TMORA is pleased to collaborate with Minneapolis Parks & Recreation to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Friday, October 18, learn the curious backstory of the matryoshka, Russia's famous nesting doll, interact with samples from TMORA's education collection, and then use your artistic skills to design a nesting doll of your own. Limited to 15 participants. Recommended for ages 6-11. Please note that this activity takes place at Pearl…

Surrounded by A Thousand Nesting Dolls, we are reminded to build from our foundations and discover the layers that open up to us. Join us Saturday, October 19, in the Main Gallery to start your morning with a foundational yoga practice celebrating great beginnings. Led by Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin, we’ll flow through an inspiring and meditative practice in the tranquil TMORA galleries, surrounded by artwork. Your ticket includes a 45-minute yoga flow, post-yoga tea, and admission…

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free family activity in the Robert J. Brokop Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and create a take-home art project of your own. Afterwards, explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, October 19 | 10:30 AM  Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE | Pre-registration for…

Experience an unforgettable evening at The Museum of Russian Art as we unveil Masterpieces of Sacred Art from the Oleg Kushnirskiy Collection. This remarkable exhibition features an extraordinary array of sacred icons, intricately crafted and rich in history. When collecting icons, Kushnirskiy was immediately drawn to the aesthetics of late Russian icon painting, with its strikingly multifaceted, colorful, festive compositions and miniature painting, practiced in Palekh and some other traditional icon painting centers. This collection stands as a testament to…

This event will be rescheduled for a later date. Join us for a special lecture by renowned historian Wendy Salmond, PhD, in conjunction with the exhibition Masterpieces of Sacred Art from the Oleg Kushnirskiy Collection at The Museum of Russian Art. Russian Icons through American Eyes: A Forgotten History Wendy Salmond, PhD Between the 1917 Revolution and the end of World War II, Russian icons enjoyed a surge of popularity in the United States. Visitors to Soviet Russia bought them…

Step into the world of Baba Yaga with TMORA’s Curator, Dr. Masha Zavialova, as your guide. Known both as a fearsome witch and a wise woman, Baba Yaga’s character embodies a fascinating dichotomy in Slavic folklore: she is both a figure of terror and a source of wisdom. On this special evening, Dr. Zavialova will bring Baba Yaga’s mythology to life, weaving together stories that reveal her complex role in folklore and the generations of tales that have kept her…

Friday, November 1, 10:00 -11:00 AM TMORA is pleased to collaborate with the Hennepin County Library to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Friday, November 1, we will read Sasha's Matrioshka Dolls by Jana Dillon, look at matryoshkas from the museum’s education collection, and create our own artwork inspired by nesting dolls. Recommended for Pre-K through Grade 3. Please note that this activity takes place at Washburn Library, located at 5244 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis,…

Join us at TMORA Shop on November 2 as we officially kick off the holiday season! In keeping with our annual tradition, the shop will transform into a festive holiday wonderland, offering a magical shopping experience. Saturday hours will also be extended to 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM throughout the holiday season. TMORA Shop is a haven for those who appreciate the beauty of well-crafted items, good design, and the charm of vintage treasures. Here, you’ll find an exquisite array…

Presented in partnership by The Museum of Russian Art, East-West Connections, Committee on Foreign Relations Minnesota, Zerkalo, Inc. Russian-speaking Media of Minnesota, World Without Genocide, Russians Against War – Minnesota, and Russian Studies at Macalester College: The Art of the Russian Word in the Shadow of War Presentation by Kevin M. F. Platt Join us at The Museum of Russian Art for an insightful evening with Kevin M. F. Platt, author and distinguished professor of Russian and East European Studies…

The Museum of Russian Art is honored to present The Wizard of Music: Celebrating 180 Years of Rimsky-Korsakov Demetra Aikakos, bassoon Eun Cho, flute Young Kim, french horn Anastasiya Nyzkodub, clarinet Denis Evstuhin, piano Join us for a spectacular concert celebrating the 180th anniversary of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's birth! Best known for his masterpieces Scheherazade and Flight of the Bumblebee, as well as numerous operas, symphonic works, and art songs, Rimsky-Korsakov was a towering figure in late 19th- and early 20th-century…

Each season of the year brings you an opportunity to enjoy a FREE visit to TMORA and TMORA Shop. Join us Thursday, November 14 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM Free admission. Enjoy the galleries, shop, and bring friends! No pre-registration is required. All are welcome.    

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free family activity in the Robert J. Brokop Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and create a take-home art project of your own. Afterwards, explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, November 16 | 10:30 AM Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE | Pre-registration for…

Photo credit: Cydney Scott This event is FREE for TMORA Members!  REGISTER HERE. BECOME A MEMBER Join us for an evening with historian Alexis Peri, author of Dear Unknown Friend: The Remarkable Correspondence between American and Soviet Women. Peri will discuss the true story of the extraordinary letters exchanged between American and Soviet women during WWII and the early Cold War. Dear Unknown Friend tells the story of U.S. and Soviet pen pals during the early Cold War. These women…

This event is sold out. Join us for TMORA After Dark: A Forager’s Feast, an extraordinary culinary experience at The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA). Indulge in a six-course dinner crafted by Chef Jamie Malone and Paris Dining Club, featuring dishes inspired by the exhibition Russia’s Native Mushrooms: Botanical Watercolors by Alexander Viazmensky. As the museum doors close to the public, you’ll embark on an exclusive after-hours experience at TMORA. Begin the evening with a mushroom martini and a special…

This event is sold out.  Create your own matryoshka from wool felt and simple hand embroidery. Surrounded by TMORA's stunning collection of nesting dolls, you’ll learn three different embroidery stitches to design and make a vibrantly colored ornament. Embellish it with sparkling sequins and novelty trims. This fun class will lead you step-by-step through how to create your own decoration for your home or holiday tree (or a one-of-a-kind handmade gift!). No prior experience required-- teaching artist Becka Rahn will…

Advance tickets for this event have sold out.  Fascinated by fungi but don't know where to start? Join Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. for this introduction to wild mushrooms, offered in connection with the exhibition Russia's Native Mushrooms: Botanical Watercolors by Alexander Viazmensky. You'll learn about several edible and toxic mushroom species in Minnesota, helpful terminology, where and when to find wild mushrooms, and how to safely begin your mushroom hunting journey. Explore the cultural roots of mushroom hunting, and make connections between…

TMORA is pleased to collaborate with Minneapolis Parks & Recreation to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Saturday, December 7, learn about the art of collage, then draw inspiration from TMORA's collection and past exhibitions as you create an artwork of your own to bring home. Limited to 15 participants. Recommended for ages 6-11. Please note that this activity takes place at Pearl Park Recreation Center, which is located at 414 E Diamond Lake Road,…

Friday, December 13, 10:00 -11:00 AM TMORA is pleased to collaborate with the Hennepin County Library to offer fun, free learning opportunities for youth in the community. On Friday, December 13, we will read The Nutcracker by Jan Brett and create special winter holiday decorations inspired by the Russian New Year ornaments from TMORA's collection. Recommended for Pre-K through Grade 3. Please note that this activity takes place at Washburn Library, located at 5244 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419. …

Join us at The Museum of Russian Art for a presentation by Dr. Anna Barker (University of Iowa): From Peter the Great to Napoleon the Lesser: Dostoevsky and the Great Men of History Fyodor Dostoevsky’s Notes from Underground (1864), his first consequential post-Siberian imprisonment publication, explores the tragicomedy of humanity’s entrapment in the confines of soul-sapping modernity and serves as the foundation of the existential and metaphysical concepts he addresses in the Great Five: Crime and Punishment, The Idiot, Demons,…

TMORA Member Shopping Weekend 25% Off In-Store & Online for Members Saturday & Sunday, December 14-15 Looking for one-of-a-kind holiday treasures? There’s no better destination than the TMORA Shop! During our exclusive Member Shopping Weekend, TMORA Members enjoy 25% off in-store and online. Save big on unique gifts, holiday décor, and more! Online shoppers: The discount code was sent to TMORA Members via email on Friday, December 13. Didn’t get your code? Contact us Museum and TMORA Shop Hours: Saturday:…

This event is sold out. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist in case of cancellations, please contact Michelle Massey, TMORA Director of Public Programs & Marketing: [email protected] or 612-767-9914 Join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating 15 years of TMORA’s Classical Music Series! This milestone concert brings together an ensemble of distinguished musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra and the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, alongside TMORA's Curator of Classical Music Programs, Denis Evstuhin. The program will feature a…

Wrap up your holiday shopping in style at The Museum of Russian Art! On Thursday, December 19, enjoy free museum admission and extended evening hours to explore unique, last-minute gifts in the TMORA Shop. From exquisite ornaments to one-of-a-kind treasures, discover the perfect presents while soaking in the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to shop after hours and experience the museum at its most magical! Thursday, December 19 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM No pre-registration required. All are welcome.…

Every third Saturday of the month, TMORA hosts a free family activity in the Robert J. Brokop Gallery. Join us to hear a story by a Russian author and/or related to art and culture of the region, learn about artworks, and create a take-home art project of your own. Afterwards, explore the museum with an interactive gallery hunt. Advance registration is requested. Saturday, December 21 | 10:30 – 11:30 AM Recommended for ages 4-8, but all are welcome! FREE |…

Icons in Museums: Bridging Art and Experience Monday, January 6, 2025 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM The Museum of Russian Art | Main Gallery The Museum of Russian Art invites you to an evening exploring the fascinating world of Orthodox Christian icons and their place in museum collections worldwide. Set against the backdrop of Masterpieces of Sacred Art from the Oleg Kushnirskiy Collection, this special event brings together leading experts for an engaging forum on Orthodox icons. Whether you are…

This event is sold out.  Greet the new year with a grounding, inspiring yoga flow in the midst of A Thousand Nesting Dolls. Set intentions for the year ahead, reconnect with your breath, and find new purpose in your practice. Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin will lead you through this gentle flow in a small group setting in the tranquil TMORA galleries. Your ticket includes a 45-minute yoga flow, post-yoga tea, and admission to the museum afterward. Please bring…

Please note that the TMORA Shop will be closed on January 15 for annual inventory. The Museum will remain open during regular hours, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the Shop on January 16!

This event is sold out.  Surrounded by Alexander Viazmensky's stunning botanical paintings, learn watercolor techniques in a fun, relaxed environment and create a beautiful work of art to take home. Artist Alyssa Whetstone will skillfully lead you step-by-step through this immersive painting class while you enjoy the beauty of TMORA's galleries. No prior experience needed. Recommended for ages 16 and up. Thursday, January 16 | 6:00 PM | Robert J. Brokop Gallery Doors open at 5:30 PM. Cost includes all…