Moldova to restore Chisinau’s iconic Triumphal Arch after decades of decay

Moldovan authorities have announced an extensive restoration project for the Triumphal Arch in central Chisinau, allocating €255,000 (approx. 5 million MDL) to repair the structural damage accumulated over decades.

World Jewish Congress rallies global support for #WeRemember campaign

The World Jewish Congress (WJC) has officially launched its annual #WeRemember international campaign to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. The global initiative seeks to honor the victims of the Shoah while highlighting the rising dangers of antisemitism, hatred, and historical revisionism.

January 15 marks National Culture Day in Moldova and Romania, celebrating 176 years since Mihai Eminescu’s birth

The Republic of Moldova and Romania celebrate National Culture Day on January 15. This day honors our shared cultural heritage and commemorates the birthday of Mihai Eminescu, the national poet of all Romanians. Traditionally, cultural and artistic events are held on both sides of the Prut to mark this occasion.

Grigore Vieru Library in Călărași closes the year with reading and traditions session

At the end of the year, discussions centered around the role of books and reading in community life, as well as a session dedicated to ancestral traditions. The event brought together numerous readers at the "Grigore Vieru" Library in Călărași. In 2025, the library will celebrate a significant milestone: 80 years since its founding.

“The Magic of the Female Face” — handmade jewelry and female portraits come alive in a unique Chisinau exhibition

The exhibition "The Magic of the Female Face" showcases the subtle beauty of semi-precious stones alongside the expressive power of the female face. It opened at the History Museum of the City of Chisinau and features handmade jewelry and painted portraits, all created by Olga Slastihin. Originally an architect, Slastihin discovered her artistic vocation after retiring.

Brussels Diplomatic Bazaar celebrated at cultural event in Chișinău

A retrospective event dedicated to the Brussels Diplomatic Bazaar was held in Chisinau. Cultural advocates from the Republic of Moldova, who had participated in events organized by the embassies of Moldova and Romania in Belgium, reminisced about the most memorable moments from their heartfelt gatherings in 2025.

Constantin Olteanu launches new novel inspired by 1940s diary

Constantin Olteanu, a distinguished figure in Moldovan journalism, has long been a pillar of the nation’s most influential publications, including Tinerimea Moldovei, Literatura și Arta, and Basarabia.

'Come Home for Christmas’ 2025: Ministry of Culture announces over 40 shows across the country

The Ministry of Culture is launching the "Come Home for Christmas" campaign for 2025, featuring over 40 musical performances across various locations in the Republic of Moldova. These performances will take place between December 18, 2025, and January 15, 2026, and will include participation from both national ensembles and independent artists.

Hanukkah light lit in Chișinău as the Jewish community celebrates the triumph of good over evil

Hanukkah, known as the Festival of Lights, was celebrated in Chisinau with a public ceremony to light the first of eight candles, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. The event united members of the Jewish community in the Republic of Moldova, who believe that cultural traditions have the power to bring people together and preserve their identity across borders and generations.

Career change at 38: Filmmaker Olga Boieru's story

Olga Boieru, a Moldovan national based in Spain for several years, shows that it's never too late for a career change to fulfill childhood dreams.

Massive 'Voievod' rock-opera with 200 artists premieres in Chișinău

The grandiose choreographic rock-opera "Voievod" is set to premiere in Chișinău, marking one of the year's biggest cultural events.

Moldova risks losing 64 historic manor houses to inaction

The Republic of Moldova risks losing some of its most valuable historical monuments, including a significant number of its 64 historic manor houses, almost half of which are in a critical stage of degradation.