Long referred to as the “Pearl of the South,” the Black Sea Ukrainian coast city of Odessa has a particular architectural style and aesthetic. Over two evenings, author, architect and expert cultural historian Valentin Pilyavskiy will explore in-depth the architecture and urban planning of Odessa. Beginning with Khadjibey-Odessa in the context of the Northern Black Sea Region’s history, we will explore the early years, ethnic communities and urban planning; the Age of Classicism: foreign and local architects, “exemplary” designs; Romanticism and Historicism of the mid-19th century; Architecture of Choice in 1870-1890s; the Industrial revolution and the city expansion at the beginning of the 20th century (Art Deco and Art Nouveau local interpretations); Odessa during the Great War, fall of the empire and following urban crisis; Search for the New Architecture (1920-1930s); WWII and reconstruction (1940-1950s); Expansion of the 1970s and early 1980s; the first decade of Ukrainian independence: privatization, corruption and construction boom; and a short summary and Odessa perspectives as seen from abroad.
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By looking at the history of its development in the political, economic and cultural context of local, European and world history, we will better appreciate why Odessa’s historic center is Unesco-listed, what has been damaged over the last two years of war, and what is in jeopardy of being lost. Valentin Piliavasky is the author of Architects of Odessa and Buildings, Structures, Monuments of Odessa and their Architects.
Please note: This special event will take place on 5/29 and 6/5.

Local Event: The Pearl of the Black Sea: Architecture and Urban Planning of Odessa, Ukraine WITH VALENTIN PILIAVS

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The Pearl of the Black Sea: Architecture and...

Wednesday May 29, 2024: Long referred to as the “Pearl of the South,” the Black Sea Ukrainian coast city of Odessa has a particular...

The Pearl of the Black Sea: Architecture and Urban Planning of Odessa, Ukraine WITH VALENTIN PILIAVS

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<a ref="magnificPopup" href="https://lexingtoncommunityed.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CaraBeanFinalLowRes1-1.jpeg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Cara Bean is a cartoonist and art educator living in Massachusetts with her husband and their dog, Raisin. She is the author of Draw 500 Funny Faces and Features. She provides interactive workshops on creativity with people of all ages and backgrounds in various public forums. Cara is passionate about drawing and believes that the simple act of doodling on paper can lead to the investigation of complex ideas. When she is not teaching, she makes comics that delve into poetic self introspection, playful storytelling and topics relevant to teens and teaching. Cara is currently working on comics projects that speak directly to kids and address mental health.

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