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This year we commemorate 350 years since the birth and 300 years since the death of Dimitrie Cantemir (October 26, 1673 - August 21, 1723), the most famous Romanian humanist thinker and also the author of the first original Romanian philosophical works.

Dimitrie Cantemir represents one of the highest peaks of thought of his time, in all areas that his genius touched - in historiography, geography, philosophy, he opened up new perspectives for development. The great scholar was well acquainted with the Muslim environment, speaking, in addition to Western, also Eastern languages (Turkish, Persian and Arabic), and also had extensive knowledge in the fields of logic, medicine, natural sciences, astronomy and music. This well-educated Christian beyzade, being a born diplomat, won the trust of Sultan Ahmed III, who favorably allowed him to familiarize himself with the documents of imperial history that Cantemir used in working on his famous work "The Growth and Decay of the Ottoman Empire", which still remains a reference publication in a specialized bibliography.

The National Museum of History of Moldova possesses a German edition of this work, published in Hamburg in 1745. This edition is an impressive volume of 863 pages, accompanied by a preface in German by the editor, containing words of praise and appreciation: "... we consider that such a work of great significance must be known to the Germans in their mother tongue..."

Dimitrie Cantemir was the first scholar to show that the history of the Ottoman Empire divides into two parts. The first part that of growth, includes biographies of 19 sultans and ends around 1672, when the empire entered a new phase, that of political and military decline. Through this work, Cantemir tried to draw attention to the need for an alliance of European countries against Turkish expansion. At the same time, he praised certain aspects of the culture of the Turkish people.

Like "Description of Moldavia", "The Growth and Decay of the Ottoman Empire" enjoyed wide popularity in European countries. The work was first translated into Russian by Dmitry Grozin, but was not printed. After the death of Dimitrie Cantemir, thanks to his son Antiochus, who became the Russian ambassador in London and then in Paris, this fundamental writing of our scholar was translated and published in English (two volumes, 1734-1735, followed by a new edition in 1756) and in French (1743, in four small volumes). In 1745, the work was also published in German. It was read, highly valued and used in their writings by Voltaire, Byron, Victor Hugo and others. This is the first treatise that addresses the issue of Ottoman power and the multicultural nature of the empire. Work on it began during the author's stay in the Ottoman Empire, resumed after 1711, and finished in 1717. This writing brought him European fame and placed him among the great scholars of the time.

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Actions devoted to the European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism

18 August 2023

On August 18, 2023, in the context of the European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism, the photo-documentary exhibition „In the shackles of Siberia. Bessarabian children deported by the totalitarian-communist regime during the years 1940-1941, 1944-1953” of the Museum of Victims of Deportations and Political Repressions, NMHM.


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Opening of the exhibition Romanian Jewelry Week - Chisinau 2023

18 August 2023

On August 18, 2023, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of Romanian Jewelry Week, a special edition of the event that marked an important stage in the collaboration between Romania and the Republic of Moldova in the field of contemporary jewelry. This innovative initiative, organized by Assamblage in partnership with NMHM, was made possible thanks to the support of the Romanian Cultural Institute through the Cantemir Program, a program to support cultural projects of international impact.

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The exhibition "Queen Maria, irresistible ambassador of Romanian history and popular art" has arrived at the Regional Museum of History and Ethnography "Anatol Candu" from Văsieni village!

9 August 2023

On August 9, at the Regional Museum of History and Ethnography "Anatol Candu" in the village of Văsieni, the exhibition "Queen Maria, irresistible ambassador of Romanian history and folk art" was inaugurated.

The event was moderated by Diana Candu, director of the Regional Museum of History and Ethnography "Anatol Candu", and with speeches participated Livia Sîrbu, deputy director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Sergiu Candu, the mayor of Văsieni village and Ion Garbuz, senior specialist in the Ialoveni Culture Section.


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Inauguration of the exhibition "Invisible tragedy. The Holocaust of Roma women "on the Bug" (1942-1944): deportation, humiliation, starvation, contamination, extermination"

2 August 2023

The drama of Roma women in the Holocaust in 1942-1944 is presented in unique exhibition for Moldova, between 2 and 23 August, at the National History Museum of Moldova. The exhibition, a premier for the Republic of Moldova, presents photo-documentary testimonies of the drama of deported Roma women, exterminated during the Second World War in the concentration camps located on the territory between the Dniester and the Bug rivers. At the same time, the exhibition pays tribute to all the victims of Roma ethnicity, stressing the dangers posed by war and the need to combat all forms of discrimination and hate.

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National Anthem Day of Romania in the Republic of Moldova

28 July 2023

The YUFest association organized for the first time, in Chisinau, the event "National Anthem Day of Romania in the Republic of Moldova". The event took place on Friday, July 28, 2023, in the premises of the National Museum of History of Moldova and gathered guests from both countries to celebrate the common Romanian identity.

The event started with a press conference in the Great Union Hall, where notable speakers were present, including Andrei Fermeșanu, manager and soloist of the Romanian National Opera in Iasi, Prof. Univ. Dr. Adrian Cioroianu, General Manager of the National Library of Romania, Livia Sîrbu, Deputy Director of the National Museum of History of Moldova and Lia Anton, president of the YUFest Association, organizer of the event.


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"A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim

22 July 2023

On July 22nd, in the courtyard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place "A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim, an event where participants had the opportunity to discover the secrets and subtleties of protocol and etiquette.

For 2 hours, the participants enjoyed a relaxing and interactive atmosphere, having the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and learn new things about the world of protocol and etiquette.


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Book launch: "Prisoners of War: Chronicle of the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905" by Simion Carp

18 July 2023

On July 18, in the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place the book launch of Mr. Simion Carp, PhD of law and university professor, entitled "Prisoners of war: the chronicle of the Russian-Japanese from 1904-1905".

During the event, that atended notorious researchers and guests, after a brief presentation of the work by the author, the Ambassador of Japan in the Republic of Moldova, H.E. Yamada Yoichiro, who appreciated the work and impressed the audience with his message during which he reviewed the events of the beginning of the 20th century.


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Opening of the photo exhibition "Chisinau people of the 20th century"

17 July 2023

On July 17, in the yard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, the opening of the photographic exhibition "Chisinau people of the 20th century", a social and educational volunteering project, implemented by Volunteer Center RVC, took place.

During the event, Livia Sîrbu, deputy director of NMHM, Adele Bescetnicova, project coordinator, Ion Ștefăniță, project curator and Nichita Caterniuc, RVC volunteer participated with speeches.


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Opening of the "I Love Sushi" exhibition

13 July 2023

On July 13, at the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place the opening of the "I Love Sushi" exhibition, organized in partnership with the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Moldova and the Japan Foundation.

The Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Moldova, Yamada Yoichiro, emphasized the close connection between food and a country's culture, expressing its attitude towards life through ingredients, the method of preparation and associated culinary traditions.


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Inauguration of the "Bessarabians in the Gulag" exhibition in GNAS

6 July 2023

On July 6, the "Bessarabians in the Gulag" exhibition was inaugurated in the Great National Assembly Square, where the shocking testimonies of the victims of the Stalinist deportations from Bessarabia are exhibited. Two train cars, identical to those used for deportations, were brought into GNAS, giving the public the opportunity to get up close to this tragic part of our history.

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#Exhibit of the Month

This year we commemorate 350 years since the birth and 300 years since the death of Dimitrie Cantemir (October 26, 1673 - August 21, 1723), the most famous Romanian humanist thinker and also the author of the first original Romanian philosophical works.Dimitrie Cantemir represents one of the highest peaks of thought of his time, in all areas that his genius touched - in historiography, geography, philosophy, he opened up new perspectives for development...

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2023 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2023 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC