Crimea Heritage: The Crimean Tatar People in Masterpieces of Painting / CRIMEA SPEAKS

The John Martinson Honors College Hosts Crimean Tatar Cultural Exhibition

“Crimea Heritage: The Crimean Tatar People in Masterpieces of Painting” Offers Immersive Experience of Indigenous Culture of Ukraine.
(Photo Reproductions of Global Art Treasures)

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., September 26, 2024 — The John Martinson Honors College, in collaboration with the Crimean Tatar Foundation USA, will present an ethnographic exhibition, “CRIMEA HERITAGE: The Crimean Tatar People in Masterpieces of Painting” from September 26-October 3, 2024. This week-long event promises to transport visitors through centuries of Crimean Tatar history and culture.

Event Details:
What: “CRIMEA HERITAGE: The Crimean Tatar People in Masterpieces of Painting” – аn Ethnographic Journey
When: September 26 - October 3, 2024
Where: The John Martinson Honors College, 1801 University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907

The exhibition showcases:
Visual representations inspired by historical paintings 17th-19st century
UNESCO-recognized intangible Crimean Tatar Cultural Heritage Elements
Traditional Crimean Tatar Artifacts and Costumes
Live demonstrations of Music, Dance, and Culinary Arts
"This exhibition represents a unique opportunity for the American public to experience the rich cultural tapestry of the indigenous people of Ukraine - Crimean Tatars," said Presidents of The Crimean Tatar Foundation USA Zera and Zarema Mustafaieva, Ukrainian Scholars at Purdue University. "Our goal is to create a living, breathing showcase of a culture that has been an integral part of Crimea's history for centuries."

Visitors will have the chance to:
Observe the intricate art of Ornek pattern-making
Experience the rhythmic “Haytarma” Dance
Taste traditional Crimean Tatar Coffee and Desserts
Explore the historical and cultural connections between Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar cultures
As part of the "Exile" class by Dr. Muiris MacGiollabhuí , Masters Zera and Zarema Mustafaieva will deliver a lecture on "The Genocide and Forced Exile of Crimean Tatars from Crimea.
Ukrainian Scholars Zera and Zarema Mustafaieva, curators of the exhibition, added, "We've designed this as more than just a visual experience. It's an immersive journey that engages all the senses, allowing visitors to truly connect with Crimean Tatar heritage."
The exhibition is part of Purdue University's ongoing commitment to cultural education and diversity. It aims to foster greater understanding of the Crimean Tatar people, their history, and their contributions to global culture.

Purdue University: The John Martinson Honors College hosts Crimean Tatar Cultural Exhibition is dedicated to nurturing globally-minded leaders through interdisciplinary academics, research, and community engagement.

Crimean Tatar Foundation USA: The Crimean Tatar Foundation USA is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Crimean Tatar cultural heritage in the United States and beyond.
Note: All artworks presented are photographic reproductions or artistic interpretations inspired by historical paintings. This exhibition does not claim to display original artworks.
** This press release aims to present the exhibition accurately while avoiding potential legal issues related to artwork reproduction. It emphasizes that the displayed items are reproductions or interpretations, not original artworks.

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