Celebrating Russian American History Month in NYS

APRIL 2026

April – Russian American History Month 2026

April – Russian American History Month 2026

In 2012 on the initiative of RACH-C a Coalition of Russian American organizations of NY addressed the Senate of NY to establish April as Russian American History Month.  The resolution about that was adopted and since then we have been celebrating April as History Month of Russian Americans in New York State.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 2, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 2, 2026

We are exited to invite all our patrons to our exhibition opening reception “The Florentines” – featuring a critically acclaimed artist and sculptor Zura.
Zura navigates the delicate tension between classical form and contemporary identity. Zura’s works have been acquired by private collectors such as Victor Niederhoffer, and he has created large-scale commissions, including a monumental sculpture for the Pegasus World Cup in 2025, public sculptures for parks in New York, a permanent collection at the Twelve Chairs Art Gallery and installations in Williamsburg community gardens.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 12, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 12, 2026

Easter (the Bright Resurrection of Christ) is one of the oldest Christian holidays, symbolizing the victory of life over death. It is the central event of the church year.

In New York, the Easter Service will be celebrated at St. Nicholas Cathedral on April 12, 2025. On this day—an occurrence that is not very common—Catholics and most Protestants will celebrate Easter together with the Orthodox. Meanwhile, the Jewish holiday of Passover will be observed earlier, from the evening of April 12 until the night of April 19–20.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 15, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 15, 2026

A theatrical production inspired by the work of Leo Tolstoy.

After numerous successful performances around the world, it finally reached the Manhattan stage last April, where it received wide public acclaim.

And now, by popular demand, the theatre presents this production once again!

This is a completely original interpretation of the renowned story by the great classical writer, known to English-speaking audiences as The Strider — a powerful fusion of contemporary movement, original music, and elevated poetry woven into a single stage experience.

Kholstomer is a story about the eternal longing for freedom and the soaring flight of the human soul.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 17-19, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 17-19, 2026

Alex Soldier, internationally recognized jewelry designer and sculptor, celebrates Russian American History Month in NYC and invites you to an exclusive private VIP exhibition.

This is a unique opportunity to experience a stunning collection of miniature sculptures, awards, and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces created by Alex Soldier for prestigious world-class events and competitions.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 18, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 18, 2026

Тотальный диктант — раз в год для всех, кто говорит и пишет по-русски.

Тотальный диктант — это ежегодная образовательная акция в формате добровольного диктанта для всех желающих.

Цель акции — показать, что быть грамотным важно для каждого человека; убедить, что заниматься русским языком не всегда легко, но увлекательно и полезно; объединить всех, кто умеет или хочет писать и говорить по-русски.

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April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 26, 2026

April – Russian American History Month in NYS | April 26, 2026

Олимпиада организована редакцией детского литературного журнала «Маленькая компания» совместно с Американской организацией преподавателей русского языка (ACTR), регион Heritage North.

Материалы ACTR для подготовки к олимпиаде для детей, которые только начали изучать русский язык

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День победы! | May 3, 2026

День победы! | May 3, 2026

В 2026 году отмечается 81-я годовщина Победы в Великой Отечественной войне 1941–1945 годов.
Каждый год волонтеры Православной Молодёжи Нью-Йорка и Русской молодежи Америки организовывают праздничные мероприятия: участвуют в панихиде, поздравляют ветеранов Великой Отечественной войны, проживающих в Нью-Йорке и Нью-Джерси с Днём Победы, возлагают цветы к памятникам, устраивают пикники и концерты.

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Background

The Russian/Russian Speaking American community is probably the least well known major identity group in the United States; a country that prides itself on acknowledging and respecting the diversity of its citizens.

Over the years, RACH-C, the Russian American Cultural Heritage Center, has worked to make the culture and history of this group better known and understood. In 2012, we obtained commitment from Senator Adriano Espaillat (now a US congress member,)  to introduce a resolution establishing April as “Russian American History Month.” The resolution passed and has continued to pass each year since. Governor Cuomo has since presented a Proclamation acknowledging April as Russian American History Month in NYS.

The main objective of “Russian American History Month” is to provide learning opportunities in schools, universities, and in the general public about the history of Russians and other Russian Speaking Americans , and the role they have played in the evolution and culture of the United States.

This understanding should encourage:

A true understanding of the contributions of Russians and other Russian Speaking Americans to American history and culture and bring them greater respect and acceptance.

A better understanding of their own history that will help Russian/Russian Speaking Americans, young and old, embrace their heritage more fully and assert their place in US life more firmly.

A reminder of all the positive mutual contributions between Russia and the USA which can help achieve better attitudes in both.

Dozens of events organized by Coalition members and others throughout the month aim to educate the general public about Russian American contributions to the history and culture of the state and the nation, as well as to provide an opportunity for New Yorkers of Russian descent to celebrate their shared heritage.

Concerts, forums, presentations and lectures give the diverse communities of New York a taste of the Russian American experience during the Month. 

If you have an event related to the Russian American community or of interest to it, please, send the information to: info@rach-c.org

COALITION

Russian American organizations in New York State supporting the idea of the Russian American History Month in April 2016 (Coalition Members – in formation)
      • American Association of Russian Women
      • American Russian Aid Association “Otrada”
      • Art of Inspiration
      • Arts on the Hudson
      • Assistance Fund of the Orthodox Church Abroad
      • BBT – School of Russian American Ballet
      • Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts
      • Brooklyn House of Kulture
      • Columbia University Russian International Association
      • Congress of Cossacks in America
      • Congress of Russian Americans
      • Federation of Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
      • Institute for Bi-Lingual Research, Inc.
      • Kolodzei Art Foundation,Inc.
      • Kuban Cossacks Association, Inc
      • Language Link Center, New Rochelle, NY
      •  Literary Theater Dialogue
      • Maestro Artist Management
      • Manhattan Public Library, 18W 53 Street, NYC
      • MGIMO Alumni Association in North America
      • Moscow-on-the-Hudson Trade House
      • Musical Arts Alliance
      • The New Review, Inc.
      • New Russia Cultural Center
      • New York Chekhov Festival
      • Prof. Edgar Lehrman Memorial Foundation
      • Queens Central Public Library, NY
      • The Pushkin Society in America
      • Russian American Dental Association (RADA)
      • Reporter (Daily Newspaper)
      • Russian American Chamber of Commerce in the USA
      • Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C)
      • Russian American Music Academy
      • Russian Carnaval Ensemble
      • Russian Children’s Welfare Society (RCWS)
      • Russian Folk Ensemble “Golden Rooster”
      • Russian Musical Arts Society of America (RMASA)
      • Russian Nobility Association in America (RNA)
      • Russian Orthodox Church (Patriarchal Parishes)
      • Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia
      • Russian Orthodox Youth Committee
      • Russian Theater at “Otrada”
      • Russian Writers of NYC Club
      • Russian Youth of America
      • Rustem Galitch Theater of Poetry & Music
      • Slavic Peoples Corporation (Arrow Park)
      • Alex Soldier
      • St. George Pathfinders of America, New York Chapter (ORUR)
      • St. Petersburg Trade House
      • St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church
      • St. Vladimir Youth Choir
      • Uncle Vanya cafe, NYC
      • Voyage American Theater
      • Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University

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