2004: Classic Music Concerts

October 17, 2004 RACH-C sponsored the concert of Russian bards Mark Freidkin and Sergey Kostuhin, both from Russia, at the Jewish Center in Fair Lawn, NJ, . October 16, 2004 RACH-C sponsored and organized an Opera Singers Concert at Advent Lutheran Church, NYC. October 6, 2004 RACH-C sponsored a concert of the Russian bard Timur ... Читать далее

2005: Classic Music Concerts

December 18, 2005: Vocal and instrumental Community Concert featuring classical vocal and instrumental musical selections by Russian performers and/or composers consistent with the RACH-C’s concept of inclusiveness and performed by a diverse group of artists. RACH-C Director Olga Zatsepina and CB 12 Chair Martin Collins opened the evenings events. Bass Michel Beresovski, soprano Ruth Ann Cunningham, ... Читать далее

Salons 2004-2006

2006February 17, 2006: Russian Salon at Barnard College "Pushkin's Life in Odessa" was the topic of the evening featuring commentary and poetry by journalist and music critic Bella Ezerskaya with musical interpretation by Victoria Spivak and commentary by the noted translator of Pushkin Poetry, Julian Lowenfeld.   2005 December 2, 2005: Russian Salon at Barnard ... Читать далее

Dialogue on Russia and China Today

Lehman College, with the co-sponsorship of RACH-C, held the first of two major symposium on issues confronting Russia and China today. Ambassador Andrey I. Denisov, Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, and Ambassador Yishan Zhang, Deputy Representative, Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the U.N., led off the Saturday March 25, event.

2008 1st Children’s Festival of Russian Culture in Fort Tryon Park

May 19, 2007: "Children's Festival of Russian Culture." Dr. Olga Zatsepina, President of RACH-C, introduces Children's folk Ensembles from Washington DC, to Siberia, to Brooklyn, as they brave Spring rains to perform before hundreds of guests anxious to see authentic Russian dances and songs by costumed performers at the first Children's Festival of Russian Culture, ... Читать далее

Immigration Policy Seminar: Russia/USA

January 28, 2008: RACH-C organized a fact finding meeting for a group from Russia led by Boris Sergeev, Dir. Inst. on Demographic Migration and Regional Development in Russia.

Descendants of Distinguised Compatriots Abroad

July 8, 2008 - President Hotel (Moscow, Russia): Honored guests included descendants of Sikorsky, Sheremetev, Pushkin, Shalyapin, Witte, Rodzyanko, Shakhovsky, etc. Prominent among the children and grandchildren of the highly regarded and respected forebears was Dr. Patricia Thompson, accomplished author and CUNY Professor herself, who is also known as Elena Vladimirovna Mayakovskaya, the only child of the ... Читать далее

3 DIVAS, ONE STAGE

OCTOBER 19, 2008 Performances By; MAGDALENA LLAMAS- MEZZO-SOPRANO (M.M. Granada Conservatory) is a Mezzo soprano from Andalusia, Spain. She performs opera and concerts around US and Europe (Carnegie Hall, Cami Hall, Guggenheim museum, Accademia di Spagna in Roma, Auditorio Nacional, Madrid, Oratorio Gonfalone di Roma…) She teaches voice technique and confidence on stage. She studied ... Читать далее

Saving Russian Heritage for Adopted Russian Children in the US

October 29, 2008 Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C) presented a wide ranging Forum on the topic of “Saving Russian Heritage for Adopted Russian Children in the US” held at Columbia University, with the Harriman Institute co-hosting on October 29, 2009. There were 56 distinguished and diverse participants including linguists, psychologists, writers, bookstores’ owners, clergy ... Читать далее

2008 Salons

"War and Peace"; Women’s Leadership Colloquia with International House, Columbia University; screening of the documentary, "Ms. Gulag"; "Children's Role in Preserving Heritage."

Contemporary Bard Songs

December 11, 2008 Anpilov and Kochetkov who were members of the Pervyi Krug (First Circle), an artistic bard group from Moscow, joined by Marina Berestova performed contemporary bard songs in Russian, English and Spanish.

Yolka 2009 January 17

January 17, 2009Russian New Year's Yolka Party for Kids" Celebrating the Russian New Years Traditions at the General Consulate of the Russian Federation The Golden Rooster's performance at last year's Yolka celebration

Adventures in Russian Music Plus

February 6, 2009 THE RACH-C "ADVENTURES IN RUSSIAN MUSIC PLUS" Concert will be held at International House, on the Columbia University Campus, 500 Riverside Drive, (at 122nd St). The exciting program includes Arias and Art Songs of Legendary Composers Including: VERDI… Duet from Rigoletto TCHAIKOVSKY…Aria from Eugene Onegin GRETCHANINOV… Prisoner BERNSTEIN… Candide And Much More!

Bashmet/Brutman Crossover Tour

February 28, 2009 RACH-C is proud to join Maestro Artist Management in Presenting the: “BASHMET /BUTMAN CROSSOVER TOUR "Where Classical Meets Jazz” For details & tickets go to Maestro Artist   PERFORMANCE DATES & CITIES: FEBRUARY 20, 2009, 8PM, BENEROYAL HALL, SEATTLE, WA FEBRUARY 22, 2009 7PM, PALACE OF FINE ARTS, SAN FRANCISCO, CA FEBRUARY ... Читать далее

Maslenitsa Celebration

March 1, 2009  As a part of the “Living Heritage” events, RACH-C brought a performance of the traditional ritual celebration of Maslenitsa to the Synod of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church. The event was blessed by Archbishop Hilarion who enjoyed the presentation together with other clergymen and parishioners.

National Philharmonic of Russia

RACH-C is a proud sponsor of the National Philharmonic of Russia performing at New York's Avery Fisher Hall with Vladimir Spivakov, conductor and Denis Matsuev, piano soloist. On the Program; Rachmaninoff, Piano Concerto No. 5; Liadov, The Enchanted Lake; Scriabin, The Poem of Ecstasy

28th Annual World Russia Forum: “US-Russia Relations: The Way Forward”

April 27-28, 2009Washington, DC; United States Congress, Hart Senate Office Building Below, Dr. Olga Zatsepina reports on her reactions to the forum and provides the text of her remarks on the panel: Role of the Russian Diaspora in America in Bolstering Business and Cultural Relations. For the 28th time Edward Lozansky, President of American University in ... Читать далее

2009 International Children’s Day Gala at Russian Consulate General , NYC

June 2, 2009 (part of the 3rd Children's Festival of Russian Culture) Each year, RACH-C invites its sponsors, volunteers, contributors, and supporters from the diplomatic, business, political and entertainment world to thank them for their help in the work of RACH-C. During this event, they enjoy outstanding entertainment by celebrated performers, delectible food and beverages, ... Читать далее

Soprano Rosa D’Imperio & Friends

August 23, 2009Summer Concert Featuring the celebrated Soprano Rosa D'Imperio & Friends Rosa D'Imperio has sung the leading roles in Aida, Attila, Nabucco, Otello, Il Trovatore, La Forza del Destino, Oberto, Messa di Requiem, Tosca, La Boheme, Madama Butterfly, Manon Lescaut, La Fanciulla del West, Il Tabarro, Andrea Chenier and Cavalleria Rusticana. She has received ... Читать далее

Salute to Spring Benefit Gala: Press Release

The Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C) will hold a Benefit Gala at the Ana Tzarev Gallery on Thursday March 25, 2010 from 6pm-8pm. This fundraiser supports RACH-C, a non-profit organization, that provides cultural events for children and adults.“We are excited about the opportunity to celebrate and showcase successful Russian-Americans, while raising funds to support ... Читать далее

Salute to Spring

March 25, 2010 The Salute to Spring – RACH-C benefit event at the Ana Tzarev Gallery in NYC, Thursday March 25, 2010 was studded with art, music and dazzling guests. Gracing the walls of the gallery was a new exhibit of the “Museum of Russian Icons” from Massachusetts provided by the Museum's Director,  Gordon B. ... Читать далее

2010 4th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture

We are proud to report that the Fourth Children's Festival of Russian Culture that took place on June 5, 2010 in Manhattan was a great success! As in previous years, our focus was on children performing for children.  Groups of amateur performers and guests - mostly families with children - gathered in Tryon Park. Over ... Читать далее

2011 The 5th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture in NYC

June 4, 2011 In keeping with "practice makes perfect," RACH-C's "Children's Festival of Russian Culture" has been getting better year by year. This year's Festival definitely was a great success! We would like to most sincerely thank all the volunteers, performers, vendors and attendees for making this year's Children's Festival so memorable. As in previous ... Читать далее

Yolka 2012 January 14

January 14, 2012 RACH-C is happy to announce another great success of Yolka 2012 at the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in New York City. The Golden Rooster Ensemble (Director Irina Zagornova) with The Brighton Ballet (Director Irina Roisen), gave a wondrous performance of the Russian folk tale "Frosty" (Morozko). Our deepest appreciation and gratitude ... Читать далее

RACH-C wins a Silver Archer for its Children’s Festival

January 24, 2012 RACH-C has won a Silver Archer Award within the category "Communications in the Global World" for best project in the "Culture" subcategory for organizing the "Children's Festival of Russian Culture." You can view the slideshow presentation Dr. Olga Zatsepina, gave at the ceremony in Washington D.C. here. view more photos  

RACH-C Celebrates International Award

February 17, 2012  RACH-C members and supporters held a high spirited party celebrating the "Silver Archer Award in Public Relations" bestowed by the Serebryany Luchnik Organization for RACH-C's annual "Children's Festival of Russian Culture." The Silver Archer Award was presented to RACH-C president, Dr. Olga Zatsepina on behalf of RACH-C at a ceremony at the ... Читать далее

Songs by Long Island Jewish Composers

This concert, featuring  Jewish composers, is presented by The Long Island Composers Alliance (LICA) and The Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C). This concert is in conjunction with the American Library Association’s traveling exhibit “A Fine Romance,” which focuses on the contributions of Jewish composers to Broadway’s music from Irving Berlin to Leonard Bernstein. The concert ... Читать далее

The First Russian-American History Month in New York State

For the first time in the three-century old history of Russians in the United States of America, the month of April will be celebrated in New York State as Russian-American History Month. Official recognition of the contributions of Russian Americans to the development of the United States will also serve to strengthen friendly relations between ... Читать далее

Maxim Anikushin Solo Piano Recital at Carnegie Hall

This concert is organized and produced by RACH-C, and is dedicated to Mr. Anikushin’s grandfather George Loring Yankovsky, will feature works of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Barber and Merkulyeva. Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 8:00 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage Mr. Anikushin has performed at Merkin Recital Hall, Steinway Hall, the Bruno Walter Auditorium at the Performing ... Читать далее

History Tour of the St. Nicholas Cathedral

On April 7, 2012 a history tour of St. Nicholas Cathedral in New York City was given in celebration of the first Russian-American History Month in New York State. (view more photos)  

Celebration of International Women’s Day

"14 марта с.г. в Генконсульстве России в Нью-Йорке состоялся прием по случаю празднования Международного женского дня, организованный генконсульством совместно с Обществом иностранных консулов в Нью-Йорке, объединяющим 110 консульских учреждений. Гостей поздравили генконсул России И.Л.Голубовский, президент Общества иностранных консулов, генконсул Барбадоса Леннокс Прайс и директор отделения госдепартамента США в Нью-Йорке Томас Галло. За личный вклад и ... Читать далее

КУЛЬТУРА: США-РОССИЯ-РЕРИХ

В США в последние годы вырос интерес к наследию Николая Рериха, считает директор единственного на Западе музея работ этого художника...

Russian Language Day at the UN

November 11th: The Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the United Nations celebrated Russian Language Day. This year's celebrations were dedicated to 200th anniversary of the birth of Mikhail Lermontov and the 450th anniversary of the first printed book in Russia.  

140th Birthday Anniversary of Nicholas Roerich

"There is a hidden gem, the Nicholas Roerich Museum, in the Upper West Side of Manhattan that not many New Yorkers know about. Here one can learn about a unique Russian artist, unparalleled as a prolific painter, who also succeeded in literature, philosophy, theosophy, archeology as well as a devoted defender of the preservation and protection ... Читать далее

YOLKA 2014 December 13

13 декабря в Генеральном консульстве России в Нью-Йорке прошел праздник Новогодней ёлки, который в 8 раз был организован Русско-американским культурным центром “Наследие” (РАКСИ). Генеральным спонсором Ёлки, как и каждый год, является Генеральное консульство РФ. Среди гостей праздника были русские, русскоязычные, усыновленные из России дети и дети из смешанных семей, где один из родителей русский. Генеральный ... Читать далее

The 4th Russian-American History Month in NYS – April 2015

The main objective of “Russian-American History Month” is to provide learning opportunities for the general public, especially students in schools and universities, that will draw attention to the history of Russian Americans and the productive role they have played and continue to play, in the history of the United States.  Visit RussianAmericanHistoryMonth.org See past events. Concerts, historical ... Читать далее

ARE YOU READY? / ВЫ ГОТОВЫ?

Children’s Ensembles from the US and other countries are invited to apply to perform at the 9th International “Children’s Festival of Russian Culture.”

Детские коллективы из США и других стран приглашаются к участию в 9-ом международном "Детском фестивале культур народов России."

A Concert of Russian Music

February 5, 2010Harbor Conservatory for the Performing Arts 1 East 104th Street, 3 Floor Maxim Anikushkin - Piano, Alexander Zak-Narration Prokofiev (1891-1953) From Fleeting Visions # 5,6,8,10,16,18 Peter and the Wolf Op. 67 for piano and narrator Y. Merkulyeva (1956- ) Mirage for Piano Solo (1991) Intermission Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) From Seasons, Op. 37 bis January ... Читать далее

2015 The 9th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture

April 18, 2015This years children's festival was dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Victory Day and was held at the Consulate General of Russia in New York City. Veterans and their families where delighted by performances of Russian songs and dances  by children's folk ensembles the Golden Rooster (New York), Matroshki (Washington, D.C.) Krasnaya Kalina ... Читать далее

We Congratulate Veterans of WWII

О НАГРАЖДЕНИИ ВЕТЕРАНОВ В НЬЮ-ЙОРКЕ 15 апреля 2015 г. для удобства ветеранов, проживающих в отдаленном районе городской агломерации Фаракавэй, Генконсульство России в Нью-Йорке организовало их выездное награждение юбилейной медалью «70 лет Победы в Великой Отечественной войне 1941-1945 гг.». Церемония состоялась в одном из культурных центров района и сопровождалась выставкой фронтовых фотографий и праздничным концертом. 17 ... Читать далее

YOLKA 2015 December 19

In Russia, the YOLKA (the Christmas tree) is associated with the New year, with Ded Moroz (a Russian Santa Claus) candies, gifts, songs, tales, and the joyful happiness that only children can fully feel. As adults, those happy memories inspire them to share the tradition with their own children and grandchildren no matter where they ... Читать далее

“My Dream of Space” Drawing Contest 2016

Положение о международном конкурсе детского рисунка, посвященного 55-летию первого полета человека в космос. Конкурс проводится в рамках Месяца русско-американской истории в штате Нью-Йорк (апрель-май 2016 г). По инициативе Российско-американского культурного центра «Наследие» (РАКСИ) в Нью-Йорке в 2012 году была создана Коалиция из десяти организаций российский соотечественников, которая обратилась в Сенат штата Нью-Йорк с петицией об ... Читать далее

2016 The 10th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture

Over the past decade, The RACH-C Children’s Festival of Russian Culture has creatively evolved. It started in Fort Tryon Park with children’s folk ensembles on a movable stage, and tents, Russian foods, field games and more. Children’s Folk Ensembles came from the New York area, other states and Russian republics. Eventually we moved them inside ... Читать далее

Yolka 2016 December 17

On December 17, 2016 the doors to the Russian Consulate General in New York were opened to embrace children, their parents and grandparents at the traditional RACH-C Children’s Christmas Tree celebration presented for the 11th year at the Russian Consulate General in NYC.  The tree looked beautiful but the prettiest decorations were the faces of so many ... Читать далее

Test on Russian American’s History

During the 6th Russian American History Month in NYS (April 2017) RACH-C and GRINT Center in Moscow developed a test on the history of Russian Americans in the US. You can test yourself here: Test - Russian American History Month You can find the correct answers here - Correct answers В рамках Месяца русско-американской истории ... Читать далее

Русские в США. Общественные организации русской эмиграции в ХХ-ХХI вв.

Книга РАКСИ: О.С.Зацепина, А.Б.Ручкин "Русские в США. Общественные организации русской эмиграции в ХХ-ХХI вв." опубликована и доступна в эл. библиотеке Всемирного координационного Совета: ВКСРС: Русские в СШАRACH-C's publication: Russians in USA: Organizations of Russian Emigration in ХХ-ХХI centuries. Ruchkin A.B., Zatsepina O.S. has been published electronically by the World Coordinative Council ( VKS).It is available ... Читать далее

Международный конкурс детского рисунка “Дорога в Космос”, посвященный 55-летию полета Ю. Гагарина под эгидой КСОРС

В рамках празднования Месяца русско-американской истории в Нью-Йорке 2016 г. Русско-американский культурный центр «Наследие» (РАКСИ) провел международный конкурс на лучший детский рисунок, посвященный 55-летию полета Юрия Гагарина в космос. В конкурсе приняли участие 111 детей в возрасте с 6 до 15 лет. Участниками конкурса стали работы из городов США: Нью-Йорк, Стэнфорд, Бруклин, Карлсбад, Детройт и ... Читать далее

YOLKA 2017 December 17

ANNOUNCING: RACH-C YOLKA CELEBRATION DECEMBER 17, 2017 at the CONSULATE GENERAL of the RUSSIAN FEDERATION Our YOLKA celebrations at the Consulate General of the Russian Federation have become very popular over the last 12 years, and attendance is limited. Over time, we developed what we hope is an efficient, fair approach to invitations: Families who ... Читать далее

Yolka 2018 DECEMBER 15

The Consulate General of the Russian Federation in New York& The Russian American Cultural Heritage Center Saturday, December 15, 2018 12.00-14.00 Organized by the Russian American Cultural Heritage Center, Inc.  (RACH-C), celebrating its 15th year of service, the event  featured  the "Golden Rooster"  Ensemble, directed by Irina Zagornova on its 25th anniversary. Four generations of ... Читать далее

Yolka 2018 DECEMBER 22

Saturday December 22, 2018 12.00-14.00 Pushkin Hall 165 West 86th Street New York, NY, 10024  

Yolka 2019 -NOTICE

Dear Friends, We wish you all the best New Year in 2020! RACH-C has produced Yolka Events for 16 years at venues like the Embassy of the Russian Federation in DC, the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in NY, International House at Columbia University, and Pushkin Hall in NYC. This year, however, we will ... Читать далее

2017 The 11th International Children’s Festival of Russian Cultures

October 18, 2017 “RACH-C CHILDRENS FESTIVAL” 2017 COMING TO SYMPHONY SPACE WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 18, 2017 Musical traditions of the various nations and cultures that comprise the Russian Federation are preserved and nurtured in the hearts of compatriots and lovingly passed to their children who conserve and ad contemporary interpretations to them. The Leonard Nemoy Thalia ... Читать далее