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The Open Leaf festival of history and archaeology takes place on 7 November at the Nekrasov Library

On 7 November the Nekrasov Library will host "Open List", a festival devoted to history and archaeology

"Open List" is a free one-day festival that will bring together scholars, archaeologists, museum specialists, artists and popularisers of science from different cities of Russia.

Over the course of eight hours, participants and guests will talk about how archaeological expeditions are organised, what journey an artefact makes from the excavation site to the museum display case, and how the ancient heritage influences contemporary art and popular culture. The programme includes discussions with the leaders of archaeological expeditions, scientific contests, dramatised readings, lectures, workshops and other activities.

Starts at 16:00 (Moscow time).
Admission is free, with registration.

Address: 58/25 Baumanskaya Street, building 14

Full festival programme and registration:https://biblioteka.nekrasovka.ru/openlist

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