Letters to Santa Claus and toy exhibitions: what winter traditions do city museums and parks have?

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This winter, Moscow is once again transformed into a hub of winter magic. In December and January, residents and visitors alike will enjoy a festive program of performances, exhibitions, quests, competitions, and charity events.

Quests and journeys through the pages of a classic

For seven years in a row, the Kuskovo Estate has been opening an exhibition from the "Designer Christmas Trees in Kuskovo" series before the winter holidays. Ceramic and glass artists present New Year's trees with their own decorations in solo exhibitions. In 2022, visitors saw "Holiday of Crafts," in 2023, "Crystal Round Dance," and in 2024, "Ceramic Kaleidoscope." This year, on December 17, the "Winter Fantasies" exhibition by artist Zinaida Yusova will also open, featuring a set of her own porcelain New Year's decorations. The unique New Year's tree can be seen in the Hermitage pavilion as part of the exhibition until February 1. The Glass SagaEntry is by ticket, valid for both exhibitions.

The K.G. Paustovsky Museum follows the traditions of the writer's home and annually hosts New Year's family programs based on the classic writer's children's works. From December 20 to January 11, residents are invited to a series of events. "A Happy Fairy Tale" in the museum's main exhibition. Young guests and their parents will see exhibits from the home museum of teacher Konstantin Paustovsky, embark on a sea voyage on a museum ship, learn to navigate the forest, explore a star chart, and try their hand at being scientists—zoologists and botanists. They will also watch a 1967 filmstrip based on the fairy tale "The Disheveled Sparrow" and explore book illustrations. Continuing the tradition of annual greetings, the museum will also give all visitors souvenirs with New Year's wishes.

A quest dedicated to ancient secrets will take place at the Biocluster in Pavilion No. 31, Geology, from December 13th to 28th. Everyone will also be able to explore the exhibition, "12 Signs of Life." A ticket is required. ticket.

Every year on January 7, the Borodino Battle Panorama Museum hosts the military history festival "Manifesto." At 1:00 PM, a ceremony will take place featuring military history reenactment clubs, the reading of the Imperial Manifesto on the end of the Patriotic War of 1812, and a flower-laying ceremony at the monument to M.I. Kutuzov in the square outside the museum building. Then, at 2:00 PM, the museum will host a lecture on the history of Russian uniforms, and at 4:00 PM, a ball and ballroom dancing workshop. Admission is with museum tickets.

Palm tree decorations and a "sea" Christmas tree

In anticipation of the winter holidays, the capital's parks traditionally transform into spaces for family creativity.

At the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, the "Children's Tsaritsyno" community invites you to decorate the palm trees in the greenhouses. The tropical plants are transformed into New Year's decorations thanks to toys brought in by park staff and families with children. Last year, snake figures—the symbol of 2024—were placed in the leaves, and this year they will be decorated with horses. Admission is free.

The museum-reserve also has a Father Frost post office—a festive box is located in the entrance pavilion near the tour desk. You can also send a letter to the winter wizard at Mitino Landscape Park and Izmailovsky Park, on the festival square next to the rental pavilion, and at Father Frost's estate.

On the festive night, guests of the skating rink in the N.E. Bauman Garden will traditionally be given New Year's masks and sparklers, and will be greeted by Father Frost and the Snow Maiden. Admission is bytickets.

For the second year in a row, Lianozovsky Park is hosting the "Winter Transport Parade" festival. Participants decorate sleds, snow scooters, snow tubes, strollers, and homemade sleds, with the most striking idea winning. This winter, the event will take place on December 20th in the park's central square from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Admission is free.

This year, a new tradition is being established: a "marine" Christmas tree has been installed in the pavilion of the Naval History Museum at Severnoye Tushino Park. A campaign will also be held on the park's social media channels, where young visitors will create Christmas tree decorations in the colors of the St. Andrew's flag. The first 15 participants will receive gifts from the park and museum.

The musical fairy tale "By the Pike's Command" will be shown at the skating rink in the Lyublino district.Sergei Sobyanin spoke about winter recreation opportunities in Moscow.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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