In 1922, a Ukrainian choral group performed the song Shchedryk at New York’s Carnegie Hall. Embraced by its American audience, it received English lyrics and became Carol of the Bells, one of the best known and most beloved Christmas songs
Olena Zelenska and First Ladies’ Visit to the UIA. Private Opening of the Russian War Crimes Exhibition
We were honored to support First Lady Olena Zelenska during her visit to NYC. Grateful to Liz Truss as well as all international First Ladies who attended the First Ladies and Gentleman Summit at the UIA. Previous Next
VIP Meet & Greet reception for the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra
We were honored to host the musicians of the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra for a welcome luncheon, a day of NYC excursions and a VIP Meet & Greet dinner buffet for UIA members and community leaders. The Metropolitan Opera and the Polish National
Oleh and Alexander Denysenko ‘ANTIQVITAS NOVA’ Photos
See photos from the opening reception of Oleh and Alexander Denysenko ‘ANTIQVITAS NOVA’ Exhibition that took place on May 20, 2022. Previous Next
Impressions of War Opening Reception
On Wednesday June 1, 2022, the UIA welcomed Ukraine’s Ambassador to the UN, Sergiy Kyslytsya, who helped us open our newest exhibit, “Impressions of War.” The exhibition features a collection of powerful poster art and printed works by Ukrainian designers
UIA Featured in Our Town
In her profile of the Ukrainian Institute of America in the local Our Town newspaper, journalist Val Castronovo captured the recent visit to the UIA of the diplomatic mission including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, U.S. Ambassador to the UN
Members of the EUNIC Participate in a Pysanka Workshop
The Ukrainian Institute of America was delighted to welcome NYC-based members of the EU National Institutes for Culture to participate in a Pysanka Workshop, on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Led by artist and ethnographer Sofika Zielyk, attendees learned about the
Secretary of State Antony Blinken Visit to the Institute
The Ukrainian Institute of America was proud to have welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield for a private tour and program on the afternoon of Thursday, May 19, 2022. Our Ukrainian homeland has a rich
First Fridays at the Institute
On Friday May 6, 2022, we opened our third floor Members’ Lounge and launched First Fridays at the Institute for the exclusive enjoyment of UIA Members and their invited guests. This pilot program, which will initially take place monthly, expands the benefits
Members of the UNDWC Contribute Pysanky to the UIA’s The Pysanka: A Symbol of Hope Installation
The Ukrainian Institute of America recommits to its mission of showcasing the rich culture and heritage of our Ukrainian homeland, especially as its Russian invaders are attempting to crush it once again. Beginning March 2022, we have hosted an interactive