On 27 March, an exhibition filled with light and serenity opened at the Chernivtsi Regional Museum of Local Lore. In these days leading up to Easter, the museum space was filled with a special atmosphere – quiet, warm, and truly festive.

“Our exhibition is about traditions passed down from generation to generation. It's about the pysanka as a symbol of life, the beauty of folk art, and the light that each of us carries in our heart,” said the event moderator, head of the scientific, educational, and methodological work department of ChOKM, Liudmyla Kosovan.

The exhibits were presented to guests by Nataliia Kholodnytska, chief curator of the ChOKM's fund management department, who unveiled the meaning and symbolism of each item. She began her presentation with the words: “We are sincerely happy to share these treasures from the museum's collection with you and invite you to pause for a moment, look more closely, and feel the festive atmosphere.”

Among the exhibits are icons by an unknown author from the mid-19th century: “Jesus Christ Pantocrator,” “Jesus Pantocrator”; pysanky from the collections of Ivan Snihur, Mariia Hasiuk (Vikno village, 1988), Vasylina Sumariak (Ust-Putyta village, 2007), Mykhailo Firchuk (Vyzhenka village, 1960s–1980s 20th century); a set of postcards “Mariupol Pysanka ‘Ikanicha’” from the collection of the Mariupol Museum of Local Lore; paintings – Nataliia Ruda’s “Joy of Awakening” (2014), Alfred Tsyslav’s “Easter Still Life” (1996), Larysa Demianyshyna’s “Spring Evening” (2012), Kostiantyn Chuchko’s “Carpathian Spring” (early 21st century), Valentyna Trandafir-Lysak’s “Pysanka” (2026); and rushnyky, which reflect the richness of Easter traditions and folk art.

A special mood is added to the exhibition by the “Ukrainian Sun” collection from designer Svitlana Krachylo, who contributed to the exhibition by showcasing her own clothing inspired by Ukrainian tradition.

After the official part, everyone present had the opportunity to explore the exhibition more closely, examine the details, and experience this unique Easter beauty.

The exhibition will run until 22 April. Don't miss the opportunity to visit, immerse yourself in the world of Easter traditions, and experience this special atmosphere.