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October 20, 2024
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The Myth and Magic of Ukrainian Pysanky: A Talk by Sofika Zielyk
Vernick Museum Auditorium
2:00 - 4:00 PM
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Join artist and ethnographer Sofika Zielyk as she discusses the colorful history and tradition of the Ukrainian Easter egg known as the pysanka (писанка). Zielyk will detail the step-by-step process of creating a pysanka and delve into the myths, symbols, and lore of its complex geometric shapes and designs. Showcasing a display of her hand-crafted pysanky and calling on her ongoing exhibit The Pysanka: A Symbol of Hope, featured at the Ukrainian Institute of America in New York City, Zielyk will explore the pysanka’s evolution from its pagan roots to its current place as a symbol of Ukrainian resistance. The talk will include a Q&A session. ASL interpretation will be provided.
Included with Museum Admission to be paid in person ($7 NM Residents, $12 Non-Residents).
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