ARKA is a specialized international platform focused on consolidating the professional community in the fields of architectural design, cultural heritage preservation, and urban development. The exhibition brings together representatives of government agencies, development and investment organizations, architectural bureaus, restoration organizations, scientific institutions, and manufacturers of materials and technologies.

The key objective of the event is to create an effective platform for sharing practical experience, demonstrating modern solutions, and developing interdisciplinary approaches to preserving and adapting historical and cultural heritage sites in the context of modern urban development.

The exhibition will cover a wide range of thematic areas, including:

• architectural and urban planning design in a historical context;
• scientific restoration and preservation of cultural heritage sites;
• archaeological research and expertise in construction projects;
• innovative building structures and specialized materials;
• building and structure inspection technologies;
• museum management and modern exhibition solutions;
• professional tools and materials for restoration.

Special attention will be paid to the adaptive adaptation of cultural heritage sites, the introduction of innovative technologies, and the integration of international experience into the practice of preserving the historical environment.

The event is organized by VDNKh and the International Congress Center (ICC), which ensures a high level of professional expertise and international participation. The business program will be held under the patronage of the National Committee of ICOMOS, Russia

The exhibition's business program is designed as an expert platform and includes specialized conferences, discussions, and presentations featuring leading Russian and international experts in architecture, restoration, and cultural heritage protection.

Up-to-date information about the program, participants, and visiting conditions is available on the official exhibition website.

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+7 (495) 197-83-47
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Investments in cultural capital can become one of the most effective tools for the socioeconomic development of Russian regions. This conclusion was reached by experts from DOM. RF, who analyzed the results of projects aimed at restoring historical sites and developing territories based on them.

According to experts, investments in cultural heritage sites have a multiplier effect on the local economy. The restoration of historical buildings contributes to the development of tourism, the creation of new public spaces, the growth of small and medium-sized businesses, and the improvement of cities' investment attractiveness.

In recent years, the approach to preserving historical heritage has changed significantly. Previously, architectural monuments were primarily seen as objects that required budgetary funding, but today they have become valuable assets capable of generating economic returns. Restored historical buildings are being successfully transformed into hotels, museums, educational spaces, office centers, and creative economy facilities.

In DOM. RF, they emphasize that cultural capital directly affects the quality of the urban environment and the competitiveness of regions in the struggle for human capital. Cities that preserve their historical identity while creating modern living and business conditions gain additional advantages in attracting investors, tourists, and skilled professionals.

This area is particularly important for small and medium-sized cities in Russia, where historical buildings are often a unique competitive advantage. The involvement of cultural heritage sites in economic activities not only preserves architectural heritage, but also creates new points of economic growth, ensuring sustainable development for the long term.


Author: Daria Konstantinova

Reducing the investment and construction cycle for the restoration of cultural heritage sites and developing mechanisms for financing the urban environment have become one of the priorities of state policy. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who emphasized the need for more active involvement of historical sites in economic and territorial development processes.

According to the President, preserving cultural heritage today requires not only professional restoration, but also the creation of effective conditions for attracting private investment. Many historic buildings have a high potential for integration into the modern urban economy, from hotel and tourism infrastructure to public spaces, cultural centers, and creative clusters.

The President noted that lengthy approval procedures and complex administrative processes often become a serious obstacle for investors. In this regard, the government agencies have been instructed to work out measures to reduce the time required for the preparation and implementation of projects at cultural heritage sites, without compromising the requirements for their preservation.

Special attention was paid to the development of mechanisms for financing urban environment projects. This includes the creation of additional public-private partnership tools, the expansion of preferential lending opportunities, and the use of infrastructure support mechanisms for investors. These solutions will help to combine the preservation of historical buildings with the development of modern urban infrastructure.

Experts note that the initiative could be an important step towards creating a new investment segment in the real estate market. Today, cultural heritage sites are seen not only as elements of historical memory, but also as promising growth points for regional economies, the tourism industry, and the urban environment as a whole.

Author: Daria Konstantinova

Russia is creating new mechanisms for involving cultural heritage sites in economic circulation. One of the key decisions was to legislate the possibility of selling cultural heritage sites along with the land on which they are located. The relevant law has already been approved by the Federal Assembly and aims to increase the investment attractiveness of historical real estate.

For many years, a significant number of federal-level architectural monuments remained unclaimed by investors. The main reason was the complexity of the legal regime for such properties: a potential owner received a building with significant obligations for preservation and restoration, but often lacked the ability to fully manage the surrounding territory. The new mechanism eliminates this barrier by providing investors with a comprehensive asset: a cultural heritage site along with the associated land.

It is assumed that the monuments will be sold in single lots. At the same time, the purchasers will retain the obligation to restore the historical buildings within the established timeframe. Until the restoration work is completed, investors will not be able to freely dispose of the acquired property, which should ensure the preservation of the objects and prevent speculative schemes.

Market experts note that the new model can significantly increase business interest in redevelopment projects of historical sites. The land plot becomes an additional investment resource, allowing for a more sustainable financial model of the project and compensating for significant restoration costs. As a result, the government aims to accelerate the restoration of dozens of monuments in poor condition and attract private capital to preserve the country's cultural heritage.

Author: Daria Konstantinova

The Belukha Call. On the Roerich Route exhibition, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Altai expedition of the outstanding artist, philosopher, and traveler Nikolai Roerich, has opened at the VDNKh branch of the Museum of the East.

The exhibition features about 70 works by contemporary Russian artists created as a result of a large-scale open-air expedition that took place in 2022−2024 along the route that Nikolai Roerich followed in 1926. The project participants visited the Altai Mountains, the Uimon Valley, and the surroundings of Mount Belukha, inspired by the region’s unique natural landscapes and cultural heritage.

The exhibition presents paintings, works in the technique of tempera, as well as works of ceramics and bronze. The authors of the works are academicians and corresponding members of the Russian Academy of Arts, artists from Moscow, St. Petersburg, Krasnoyarsk, the Altai Republic and the Altai Territory.

The central place in the exhibition is occupied by the bronze sculpture "The Roerich Family" by the artist Mikhail Kulgachev. Visitors will also be able to see the works of Viktor Kalinin, Vice-President of the Russian Academy of Arts, Evgeny Romashko, People’s Artist of Russia, Anatoly Shchetinin, Honored Artist of Russia, and other famous artists.

The exhibition is complemented by works by Roerich artists from the collections of the Museum of Oriental Art and the Museum of the History of Literature, Art, and Culture of Altai, including works by Boris Smirnov-Rusetsky and Leopold Tsesyulevich.

The exhibition will be open to visitors until July 5.


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Source: Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation