Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre facts for kids
| Осередoк Украïнськoï Культури й Освiти | |
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| Established | 1944 |
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| Location | 184 Alexander Ave. E, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0L6 |
| Type | museum, gallery and library |
| Collection size | 40,000 |
| Founder | Ukrainian National Federation of Canada |
The Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre (which in Ukrainian is called Oseredok Ukrains’koi Kul’tury i Osvity) is also known simply as Oseredok. This name means 'centre' in the Ukrainian language. It is a special place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, that acts as a museum, an art gallery, and a library.
Oseredok celebrates the amazing history and culture of Ukrainian Canadians. It is the biggest Ukrainian cultural institution of its kind in all of Canada.
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Discover Oseredok: A Hub of Ukrainian Culture
What is Oseredok?
Oseredok was started in 1944 by the Ukrainian National Federation of Canada. Its main goal is to collect and keep important items and stories. These include old documents, ancient maps, and rare books. They also have films, photographs, and beautiful items of folk art. You can see tools used by early pioneers and musical instruments. They even have regional folk costumes!
The Art Gallery
The gallery at Oseredok shows off artwork from many talented people. You can find pieces by Canadian artists of Ukrainian background. It also features art from Ukrainian artists around the world. It's a great place to see different styles and stories through art.
The Library Collection
The library at Oseredok is huge! It has over 40,000 books and magazines. These are in both Ukrainian and English. There are special collections just for children's books. You can also find books on folklore, music, and many school subjects. The library also has a collection of very rare books and useful reference materials.
Working with Others
Oseredok works with other important groups. It is connected to the CMA. It also works with the CHIN. And it is part of the Virtual Museum of Canada. These connections help Oseredok share its collections with more people.
Visiting Oseredok
You can visit Oseredok from Monday to Saturday. The centre is open from 10 AM to 4 PM. It's a wonderful place to learn about Ukrainian culture and history.
Helping the Community
Oseredok also helps people in need. The centre recently held an online art auction. Artists and collectors from the city gave their artwork for this event. The money raised went to the Canada-Ukraine Fund. It also helped Oseredok's own projects to support Ukrainian refugees who came to Manitoba.
See also
In Spanish: Centro ucraniano cultural y educativo para niños
