Exhibition "Rebirth Code"

On the eve of Easter, the Museum of Prominent Figures of Ukrainian Culture presents a special exhibition that intertwines contemporary art with historical heritage. The exposition features paintings by contemporary Ukrainian artist Nina Fedotova, alongside unique vintage postcards from the private collection of Petro Yakovenko. The exhibition space is further enhanced by original thematic installations, creating a cohesive emotional and symbolic narrative.

The central image of the exhibition is the hen — seemingly simple and mundane, yet deeply rooted in Ukrainian tradition. In folk culture, the hen symbolizes life, fertility, domestic warmth, and the continuity of the lineage. She is the guardian of the egg — an ancient symbol of the world's origin, renewal, and resurrection.

In the context of Easter, this image gains particular strength. The egg, as a symbol of new life, echoes the core Christian idea of the Resurrection, while the hen — as the one who protects and gives life to the world — embodies care, endurance, and the quiet but invincible power of life. In Nina Fedotova’s works, this symbol is revealed through a modern artistic lens — at times ironic, at times poignant, but always profoundly human.

Vintage postcards from Petro Yakovenko’s collection add a dimension of memory to the exhibition. They transport the viewer to eras where Easter imagery carried faith, hope, and light, even in the most challenging times. Notably, this collection was previously exhibited in museums in eastern Ukraine and was rescued from Horlivka following the start of the Russian-Ukrainian war in 2014.

This exhibition is about the rebirth of life against all odds. It explores the ability to preserve inner light even when surrounded by darkness. It celebrates the quiet strength that is not always visible but is always at work.

This exhibition is a must-visit for anyone seeking not only an aesthetic experience but also inner support, meaning, and a reminder: life continues, renews, and triumphs.

• Duration: Until April 27.

• Location: Lesya Ukrainka Memorial House (9-V Saksahanskoho St., Kyiv).