Albany-Tula: A Capital Region Alliance

The Tula Children’s Art Collection

In the fall of 1991, the City of Albany and the City of Tula, Russia affiliated to develop and maintain an economic, educational and cultural partnership.

The first official delegation from Albany visited the ancient city of Tula in March of 1992 and witnessed the arrival of humanitarian aid donated to Tula families in need from families in Albany.

A collection of children's paintings was presented to the delegation to share with the people of Albany. The artworks were done by children, 5 to 13 years of age, who attend the Children's Polenov Art School in Tula. The paintings have been shown at Capital Region museums and schools, and art by Albany children has been exhibited in Tula.

Proceeds from the sale of the artwork and cards will support educational and cultural exchanges, family to family projects and other activities that promote friendship and understanding between our communities.

For information on the current works that are available for sale as note cards, press HERE. This program is to raise money for initiatives helping the children of Tula, and it is supported by the Doctors of the Capital District Physicians Health Plan.

Additionally, the originals of many of these paintings will be for sale at the art show which is part of the gala 1999: A Space Odyssey being held at the Albany International Airport on April 10. Click HERE for more information.

(Click on an image to see the the collection of that type)

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