Art museums showcase the narrative of a society by exhibiting artistic expressions that capture the cultural, emotional, and intellectual currents of different time periods. Art often captures the values that can bind a society together. Art can also just as often question those values. Art museums are very often a part of this dialogue, showing the dichotomy between creation and destruction of social and national narratives. By interpreting and displaying works of art, museums provide insights into the human condition, foster cultural appreciation, and provoke critical thinking about the world. Through their educational programs and exhibits, art museums also engage the public in ongoing conversations about aesthetics, history, and society.
Settled in the historic district of St. Petersburg, the New Museum is the first private museum of its kind in St. Petersburg. Local businessman, Aslan Chekhoev, opened the museum from the private collection he started twenty years ago. Opened in June 2010, the museum provides an exciting permanent collection of Soviet Non-Conformist art, as well as […]