Posted: 22.01.2025 13:31:00

Books as Gifts to President exhibition opened at Minsk International Exhibition Centre

Editions from the collections of the Palace of Independence, the Presidential Library and the National Library are on show at the Minsk International Exhibition Centre as part of the Marathon of Unity nationwide socio-cultural campaign

Books from Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese Leader Xi Jinping, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan... The exhibits on display are truly impressive! Autographs and gift inscriptions, as well as original bindings, designer covers and gift boxes add to the bibliographic value of many publications.

Director General of the National Library Vadim Gigin spoke about the most valuable exhibits and the importance of the exhibition for every Belarusian, “The Books as Gifts to the President exhibition is unusual in that the collection on show reminds us of landmark meetings of the Head of State. Last year we celebrated the 30th anniversary of the presidency. We talked about the achievements of our country. The books that visitors to the centre will see are evidence of relations with statesmen, creative elite, writers, and journalists. The exhibits include a variety of editions: albums, collections, biographies. Almost every one of them has inscriptions and dedications. Through them, we show the history of the formation of independent, sovereign Belarus. There is a whole story behind each edition. The exhibition travelled all over Belarus. It is pleasant that it was actively visited nbu both our citizens and foreigners. And now Minsk residents will be able to get acquainted with the unique exhibits."

The attention of visitors is drawn to numerous presents from famous cultural figures. For example, on the shelves there is a biography signed by cult film director Nikita Mikhalkov, an album with works and a gift inscription by popular artist Nikas Safronov, a book with images of icons by singer Grigory Leps. The value of each exhibit is undeniable. It is interesting to learn about them, but it is better to see them with one's own eyes.