Black Square Fête

You are cordially invited to the inaugural Black Square Fête, an annual gathering of art supporters, collectors, and connoisseurs for an evening celebrating the vital work of our institution. 

Experience the museum like never before. The ambiance of avant-garde style will be showcased through decor, interactive art, and food art by a Le Cordon Bleu–trained chef, culminating in the grand finale: an auction of exclusive artworks by contemporary American artists inspired by a dialogue with Malevich’s Black Square.

This annual event will provide crucial support for the beautiful building that the museum has called home since 2005, as well as the Museum's programs, including KOLO and SHKOLA.

Join this legacy to ensure the museum's bright and prosperous future and its essential role in the New York cultural scene.

About Black Square theme:

Kazimir Malevich, born in Kyiv and inspired by a Ukrainian village, created works exhibited in museums around the world. More importantly, his art conveyed ideas of freedom, unburdened by pragmatism, manipulation, or propaganda. It envisioned a future that transcended the outdated past. His iconic Black Square marked a new era, and his Suprematism movement greatly influenced modern architecture and design worldwide. The museum draws inspiration from the pioneering vision of this legendary artist and aims to offer New Yorkers a chance to celebrate its incredible legacy while learning about Ukrainian art and its impact on the global art scene. The inaugural event in 2025 is intended to become an annual tradition that brings together museum friends and patrons.

About museum programs:

Through its signature educational program SHKOLA (School in Ukrainian), the Museum hosts over 50 public programs each year, including folk art and culinary workshops, oral history and visual presentations, guest speaker tours, film screenings, bilingual tours, expert roundtables, and neighborhood walking tours. Designed for families, students, seniors, and newly arrived refugees, SHKOLA focuses on accessibility through multilingual content, affordable admission, and partnerships with local schools and community organizations. Our aim is not only to preserve Ukrainian heritage but also to strengthen the civic and cultural fabric of New York City by connecting Ukrainian stories to the broader histories of the East Village and beyond.

KOLO is a networking series for young professionals that offers a space for meeting, exchanging ideas, and building community.

Disclaimer: Professional photographs will be taken during the event. Please note that, by attending the program, you agree to be filmed or photographed, and those images may be used for marketing or promotional purposes.

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