A search for traces of the past after a century

An entire city is coming together to collectively search for traces of an event that significantly shaped the course of world history during the 20^th century: The “Russian Culture Days 2017” is taking place in honor of the 100^th anniversary of the Russian revolution. The Zwetajewa-Zentrum, an institution run by both the University of Freiburg and the city of Freiburg, will present a seven-week program with contributions from science, music, art, film, literature and theater during the months of October and November 2017.

Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Cheauré, Head of the Zwetajewa-Zentrum, will introduce the initiative together with Dr. Dieter Salomon, mayor of the city of Freiburg, and Prof. Dr. Juliane Besters-Dilger, Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Freiburg during a

Press conference on October 5, 2017 at 3pm

in the Zwetajewa-Zentrum, Stadtstraße 5, 79104 Freiburg.

Around 20 scientific and artistic institutions in Freiburg will participate in the culture days. Amongst the program events are a lecture series, multiple premiere theatrical and musical performances as well as never before seen exhibits. A scientific conference will round out the program.

Contact:
Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Cheauré
Faculty of Slavic Studies/ Zwetajewa-Zentrum
University of Freiburg
Tel.: 0761/203-8320
E-Mail: elisabeth.cheaure@slavistik.uni-freiburg.de²

Rudolf-Werner Dreier
Head of Public Affairs
University of Freiburg
Tel.: 0761/203-4300
E-Mail: rudolf.dreier@pr.uni-freiburg.de³

Stefanie Werntgen
Spokeswoman for the Mayor’s Office
Communications Director
City of Freiburg in Breisgau
Tel.: 0761/201-1010
E-Mail: stefanie.werntgen@stadt.freiburg.de⁴