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The National Bank of Moldova annually issues commemorative or anniversary coins dedicated to various historical events, prominent cultural and scientific figures, the promotion of heritage and cultural traditions, architectural monuments, the flora and fauna of the Republic of Moldova, etc. A significant place in the coin series of the Republic of Moldova is held by those reflecting key milestones in the formation and development of our country. These coins are the subject of this mini-exhibition:

1-2. 5 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 1996, AR; W: 28.28 g; D: 38.61 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-23252-1,2. 
3. 10 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2001, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-24305. 
4. 20 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2011, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-3. 
5-7. 30 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, set; 50 lei; 2023; AR; W: 20 g; D: 32 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. The coins bear the inscriptions: "A sacred freedom", "My heart is Moldova", "As long as we live on this earth". PMC-423-425. 
8. 20 Years Since the Introduction of the National Currency in the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2013, AR; W: 28.28 g; 40 x 28 mm; mintage: 2,000 pcs. FB-29968-2. 
9. Anniversary of the National Currency, 50 lei, 2023; AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. FB-PMC-870. 
10. 20 Years Since the Adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2014; AR; W: 13.0 g; D: 28 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-1.

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Educational Activity “A Journey into Prehistory” – An Inclusive Experience at the Museum

13 March 2025
On March 13, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the interactive activity "A Journey into Prehistory", dedicated to a group of students from Special School No. 12 in Chișinău, designed for children with hearing impairments and late-onset deafness. The event was held as part of History Week, an educational program organized by the school between March 10-14, 2025, aiming to promote equal access to culture and facilitate the participation of children with special needs in museum-based educational activities.


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"Ring the Bell" – Sound the Bell for ALL Women and Girls

11 March 2025
On March 11, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted an event within the global initiative "Ring the Bell - Sound the Bell for ALL Women and Girls," organized by UN Women, the Moldova Stock Exchange, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

For the second consecutive year, UN Women, together with the Moldova Stock Exchange and IFC, marked this initiative aimed at fostering a more inclusive and sustainable financial environment. The sound of the bell, traditionally signaling the opening of the trading day on financial markets, was transformed into a powerful call to action for promoting gender equality.


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Opening of the Photography Exhibition "The Phenomenon of Resistance"

28 February 2025
On February 28, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the photography exhibition "The Phenomenon of Resistance", an event organized by the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova in collaboration with the National Congress of Ukrainians in Moldova.

Curated by the Office of the Ombudsman of Ukraine, the exhibition brings to the forefront deeply moving stories of children who returned home from deportation, as well as civilians and prisoners of war who were held captive by the Russian Federation.

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General Assembly of the Members of the National Committee of ICOM Moldova

27 February 2025
On February 27, 2025, the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the General Assembly of the members of the National Committee of ICOM Moldova, marking 15 years since the founding of this essential structure for the national museum community. The event brought together representatives of museum institutions, heritage experts, and members of ICOM Moldova.


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Outdoor Exhibition Opening “Education in Times of Occupation”

24 February 2025
On February 24, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova, in partnership with Amnesty International Moldova, inaugurated the outdoor exhibition "Education in Times of Occupation", dedicated to documenting war crimes and the devastating impact of Russian aggression on Ukrainian civilians. The event marked three years since the start of the full-scale invasion and a decade of severe human rights violations committed by Russia.


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"Frontline Reports" Event

22 February 2025
On February 22, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the event "Frontline Reports," organized by the Arena Civică Association. The event provided the audience with an in-depth perspective on the realities of war through the eyes of one of Ukraine's most renowned frontline journalists.

During the event, the special guest, Andrei Țaplienko, presented reports from the frontline, capturing the complexity and drama of life in war-affected areas.

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Opening of the Exhibition "UNHEARD VOICES"

14 February 2025
On February 14, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the exhibition "UNHEARD VOICES", a project that brings to the forefront the realities experienced by people with disabilities and refugees in the Republic of Moldova. Organized by the ELPIS Association, the event aims to stimulate social reflection and initiate a dialogue on the inclusion and rights of vulnerable groups.


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International Scientific Conference “Yesterday’s Cultural Heritage – Implications for the Development of Tomorrow’s Society”, Section 5

12 February 2025
On February 11-12, 2025, in the context of the International Day of Girls and Women in Science, the National Museum of History of Moldova participated in the organization of the 5th meeting dedicated to the contributions of women in research. The event took place within the International Scientific Conference "Yesterday's Cultural Heritage - Implications for the Development of Tomorrow's Society", organized by the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, the Metropolitan Center for Scientific Research TABOR (Romania), the Institute of Ethnology of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (Ukraine), the European Institute for Multidisciplinary Research (Romania), the Free University of Berlin (Germany)

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International Scientific Conference "Cultural Heritage of Yesterday – Implications for the Development of Tomorrow", Section 7

11 February 2025
On February 11, 2025, in the context of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the National Museum of History of Moldova organized Section 7 of the conference "Cultural Heritage of Yesterday - Implications for the Development of Tomorrow", entitled "Archaeology Today: Issues and Solutions."

Moderated by Livia Ermurachi and Adela Kovács, Section 7 was held in a hybrid format, with in-person participation in the Protocol Hall of the National Museum of History Administration and online via the ZOOM platform. The discussions focused on essential aspects of methodology and interpretation in archaeological discoveries, offering innovative perspectives on the evolution of civilizations.

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Interactive Activity “Holocaust: A Lesson in History and Life”

30 January 2025
On January 30, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the interactive activity "Holocaust: A Lesson in History and Life", organized as part of the Holocaust Victims' Remembrance Week. The event was designed for a group of 32 students from Vocational School No. 5 in Chișinău, offering them a profound perspective on the tragedy of the Holocaust and the importance of collective memory.


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Opening of the Exhibition “Petru Lucinschi. A Portrait in Time”

28 January 2025
On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the anniversary exhibition "Petru Lucinschi. A Portrait in Time", dedicated to the 85th birthday of the second President of the Republic of Moldova. The event brought together politicians, researchers, museum professionals, friends, and collaborators of President Petru Lucinschi.

During the opening ceremony, speeches were delivered by Eugen Sava, Dr. Habil., General Director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Mihai Popov, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, and Aurelian Dănilă, former Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Germany.


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Opening of the "Humanity Without Borders" Exhibition

23 January 2025
On January 23, 2025, Adugat Israel from Moldova organized a special program dedicated to the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The program included the opening of the exhibition "Humanity Without Borders" (curated by one of the most renowned specialists in Japanese history and culture, Sophy Gugelev from Israel) and the screening of the documentary "Kaunas - The Gates of Hope."


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Musical Concert "United through Culture for Peace"

16 January 2025
On January 16, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the musical concert "United through Culture for Peace," organized by the "Alexei Stârcea" School of Arts. Dedicated to National Culture Day, the event took place in the museum's Blue Hall, bringing together young music enthusiasts and their parents.

The students of the School of Arts delighted the audience with a diverse program featuring instrumental performances and vocal moments that highlighted both classical and folk repertoires.

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Thematic Activity „Eminescu on Politics”

15 January 2025
On January 15, 2025, to mark National Culture Day, the National Museum of History of Moldova organized a thematic activity for 11th-grade students from "Liviu Rebreanu" Theoretical High School, focusing on Mihai Eminescu's perspectives on politics.

The event was structured into several interactive stages. Students had the opportunity to listen to engaging insights about the great poet's political views, presented by Paula Popov, museographer of the Public Relations and Museum Education Department.

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The Opening of the Exhibition "How the Earth Breathes"

14 January 2025
On January 14, 2025, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the traveling solo exhibition "How the Earth Breathes" by photographer and filmmaker Dan Mihalcea (Bucharest). This remarkable exhibition highlights the spectacular Mud Volcanoes of Pâclele Mici, Buzău County, Romania, presenting a unique symbiosis of art, science, and the ever-transforming natural world.


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The Magic of the Winter Holidays

21 December 2024
On December 21, 2024, in the spirit of the winter holidays, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted a special event for people with disabilities, entitled "The Magic of the Winter Holidays." Organized with the support of the Sunshine Association and other partners, the event aimed to promote social inclusion and create a festive atmosphere filled with joy and warmth for all participants.


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The closing event of the "Artifact from Your Locality" project

20 December 2024
On December 20, 2024, at the National History Museum of Moldova, the closing event of the "Artifact from TA locality" project took place, which aimed to disseminate the research of the National Cultural Heritage in the rural communities of the Republic of Moldova, through a series of educational activities and valorization of local historical artifacts.

Eugen Sava, dr. hab., the general director of the museum, Gheorghe Postică, prof. Dr. hab., head of the History, archeology and museology section within MNIM, Valeria Suruceanu, administrator of ICOM Moldova and Livia Ermurachi, project coordinator.

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Opening of the Exhibition "Climate in Black and White. A Visual Journey into Moldova's Climatic Past"

20 December 2024
On December 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM, in Hall 1 of the National Museum of History of Moldova, the exhibition "Climate in Black and White" was inaugurated. The exhibition offers a unique perspective on climate change and its impact on Moldova over time, presented through archival photographs and stories from past generations.

The event brought together photography enthusiasts and environmental advocates.


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Round Table "Avraam A. Nudelman: 100 Years Since His Birth. In Memoriam Professoris Numismaticorum"

19 December 2024
On December 19, 2024, at 11:00 AM, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the round table "Avraam A. Nudelman: 100 Years Since His Birth. In Memoriam Professoris Numismaticorum," an event dedicated to commemorating the centenary of Professor Avraam A. Nudelman's birth-a prominent figure in the fields of numismatics and historical research in the Republic of Moldova.

The event, organized by the History, Archaeology, and Museology Department of MNIM within the research project "Historical-Archaeological Museum Heritage: Systematization and Scientific-Cultural Valorization" (180101), brought together experts to highlight Professor Nudelman's contributions to various areas of numismatics.

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Scientific-practical conference "Results of archaeological research carried out at the site of mass repressions during the Great Terror (1937-1938) in Tiraspol"

18 December 2024
On December 18, 2024, in the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova, the scientific-practical conference "Results of archaeological research carried out at the site of mass repressions during the Great Terror (1937-1938) in Tiraspol" took place, an event organized in partnership with the Association of Former Deportees and Political Detainees from the Republic of Moldova, the Institute of History of the State University of Moldova, the Museum of History of the Avdarma Village of the ATU Gagauzia, and the Public Association Center of Excellence Institute Pro Memoria, with the support of the Program EU4Dialogue Project, Component 1 of the European Commission

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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.
©2006-2025 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.
©2006-2025 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