Ukrainian Museum
W-Su 11:30am-5pm
For some, it is a classroom to learn about Ukrainian culture and history. For others, it is a journey home. With events, educational programs, and exhibitions showcasing thousands of items, the Ukrainian Museum is the U.S.’ largest celebration of Ukrainian life.
Founded by the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America, this museum has paid tribute to the Ukrainian and Ukrainian American communities at every point of its history. The newest building was designed by Ukrainian architect George Sawicki in 2005, and its construction was predominantly funded by donors of Ukrainian heritage. It is located in the East Village, which welcomed so many Ukrainian immigrants in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries that a subset is known as Little Ukraine.
The museum displays items and works to preserve the traditions surrounding them. The folk and fine arts departments store and rotate through 10,000 pieces, including woven textiles, ceremonial clothing, ceramics, needlework, sculptures, paintings, and graphic design. With over 30,000 photographs, letters, flyers, and more, the archives span centuries, tracing legacies and cultural practices from the homeland. Additionally, the museum offers workshops on embroidery and making traditional Christmas ornaments and Ukrainian Easter eggs.