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The Museum of Russian Icons inspires the appreciation and study of Russian culture by collecting and exhibiting one of the world’s largest collections of Russian icons — sacred paintings used for veneration in the Orthodox tradition. With more than 1,000 icons and related artifacts spanning six centuries, the Museum offers a unique and personalized experience rich with art, history, and culture.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun 18

Lecture: Balancing Creativity and Tradition in Iconography

August 18 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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$6 – $12
Sep 01

First Sunday: Free Museum Admission and Craft

September 1 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Free
Sep 08

Lecture: The Ancient of Days

September 8 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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$6 – $12
Sep 20

WORKSHOP–Beyond the Classroom: A Prosopon Workshop for Aspiring Iconographers

September 20 @ 9:00 am - September 22 @ 5:00 pm
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$350 – $425
Sep 21

Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day

September 21 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Free

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