The Ukrainian Museum hosts special exhibit viewing for its younger supporters (07/17/05)

The Ukrainian Museum hosts special exhibit viewing for its younger supporters

by Marta Baczynsky

NEW YORK - All those who love and cherish The Ukrainian Museum are enormously pleased to be witnessing the evolution of the institution in its brand-new building, where the feature inaugural presentation is a world-class exhibition - "Alexander Archipenko: Vision and Continuity."

After conducting operations for almost thirty years in a very small environment and on a moderate scale, the museum has reinvented itself as a significant urban institution of education and culture, and in its new guise it has taken New York City by storm.

The elegance of the museum's new facility and the magnetism of Archipenko's striking sculptures, offered in a dramatic presentation, create a dynamic combination. Critically acclaimed by the media (local and international, and favorably received by the Ukrainian community and the general public, the museum and the Archipenko show have become a "must see" for anyone who appreciates art. It is, therefore, not surprising that in the first three months since its opening, over 5,000 people have visited the museum.

On Friday, June 10, the Friends of the Museum arranged a get-together at the institution for the "younger crowd," featuring a special guided tour of the exhibition with its curator, Prof. Jaroslaw Leshko. It turned out to be a delightful evening of learning and socializing, with people of various age groups in attendance. Prof. Leshko's inimitable presentation on the subject of Archipenko's life and oeuvre opened new vistas of understanding and appreciation of the artist and his talent.

An art history professor for 35 years at Smith College, Dr. Leshko exudes enthusiasm for the subject and mesmerizes his listeners with the skill of a naturally talented educator.

The event was organized by Daria Temnycky and Olenka Terlecky. These young women have an enviable history of supporting the museum in innovative ways. In 2000 and 2002 they were part of a regional support committee, composed of nine young women, that organized Stride and Ride to Build, sports-oriented family events that raised money for The Ukrainian Museum's Building Fund. The funds raised were specifically earmarked for children's activities and programs in the new building.

The goal of the museum is to become a Ukrainian cultural center in New York City and serve as a base for Ukrainian American artistic, cultural and community activities. The success of the June 10 get-together is a step in the right direction.

The Ukrainian Museum, located at 222 E. Sixth St., (between Second and Third avenues, is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For information readers may call (212) 228-0110, e-mail: info@ukrainianmuseum.org. or visit the web site: www.ukrainianmuseum.org.

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