The foundation of the new public library is the book collection of the distinguished Russian art historian Dmitry Sarabianov.
The personal collection donated by the family of Dmitry Sarabianov to the State Vladimir-Suzdal Museum-Reserve comprises over 6,000 volumes. Among them are books on ancient Russian art, the avant-garde, culture, architecture, photography, theatre, and cinema, as well as old catalogues and magazines, editions with autographs and research annotations. Sarabianov, who made a definitive contribution to the study of Russian art from the 19th to the early 20th century, amassed this library throughout his lifetime.
The new public library has found its home in a specially designed space within the Suzdal Kremlin. Its concept, crafted by architect Sergey Meshalkin, blends practicality, modernity, conciseness, multifunctionality, and a respect for historical architecture. The library space is zoned into a reading hall, individual research areas, and a room for intimate lectures and seminars.
«The Sarabianov Art Library is not merely a valuable collection of books, but a tangible memory of the scholar who significantly shaped modern domestic art studies. Transferring such a substantial personal collection to the Vladimir-Suzdal Museum-Reserve is a great trust and honour for us. We are creating not just a repository of books – rather, an open research and educational space where every reader, from enthusiasts and students to professional art historians, can touch the origins of scholarly thought and be inspired by the atmosphere of genuine scientific inquiry,» said Alisa Biryukova, the General Director of the Vladimir-Suzdal Museum-Reserve, at the opening of the Art Library.
Konstantin Chaykin has received the Audacity Prize at the world’s leading watchmaking awards, the GPHG, for the second time—this time for the record-breaking ultra-thin mechanical watch, ThinKing Mystery.
In the first nine months of 2026, the number of tourist trips by foreigners to Russia increased by 3.45%. Moreover, over half of the international bookings at Russian hotels made via the Yandex Travel platform were attributed to visitors from China.
The Tretyakov Gallery is marking the 160th anniversary of Léon Bakst by showcasing the artist who transformed theatrical costume into a work of art—creating stage looks that became an integral part of the fashion landscape
