Ukrainian Artists Visit Olympia for Cultural Exchange

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  A delegation of Ukrainian gallerists and curators from Zenyk Art Gallery will visit Western Washington“A delegation of Ukrainian gallerists and curators representing Ukrainian art will visit Western Washington from July 17-26.”
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  The visit will take place from July 17-26“A delegation of Ukrainian gallerists and curators representing Ukrainian art will visit Western Washington from July 17-26.”
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  The visit is part of the Kozytskyi Charity Foundation's 'We and the World' cultural diplomacy initiative“The trip is part of the Kozytskyi Charity Foundation’s cultural diplomacy initiative, “We and the World.” The initiative is dedicated to promoting Ukrainian art internationally while supporting urgent humanitarian needs in Ukraine.”
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  The visit includes an exhibit at Bellevue's Toloka Ukrainian Cultural Center“In confluence with the delegation’s visit, Bellevue’s Toloka Ukrainian Cultural Center will host an exhibit from ZAG titled “Life is Beautiful. Isn’t It?” This special exhibit explores the ‘unreal’ nature of everyday life in Ukraine, which continues to be under attack from Russia.”
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  The exhibit is titled 'Life is Beautiful. Isn't It?'“In confluence with the delegation’s visit, Bellevue’s Toloka Ukrainian Cultural Center will host an exhibit from ZAG titled “Life is Beautiful. Isn’t It?” This special exhibit explores the ‘unreal’ nature of everyday life in Ukraine, which continues to be under attack from Russia.”
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  The exhibit explores daily life in Ukraine amid ongoing conflict“This special exhibit explores the 'unreal' nature of everyday life in Ukraine, which continues to be under attack from Russia.”
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  Governor Bob Ferguson supports the delegation“Governor Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) and the state Department of Commerce are supporting the visit.”
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  ArtsWA supports the delegation“Governor Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) and the state Department of Commerce are supporting the visit.”
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  The Washington State Department of Commerce supports the delegation“Governor Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) and the state Department of Commerce are supporting the visit.”
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  The delegation includes Rostyslav Kondrych“The delegation will include Rostyslav Kondrych, whom Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine with the Order of the Golden Star in 2025 for extraordinary wartime actions.”
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  Rostyslav Kondrych is a Hero of Ukraine“Rostyslav Kondrych, whom Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine with the Order of the Golden Star in 2025 for extraordinary wartime actions.”
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  Rostyslav Kondrych received prosthetics through the Kozytskyi Foundation“He received prosthetics in 2025 with support from the Kozytskyi Charity Foundation.”
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  Rostyslav Kondrych sustained combat injuries“Rostyslav Kondrych, whom Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine with the Order of the Golden Star in 2025 for extraordinary wartime actions. Rostyslav, a Ukrainian border guard, sustained traumatic amputations of his arm and leg in 2024 after being wounded by an enemy mine while covering a fellow unit’s withdrawal.”
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  The delegation will have a booth at the Seattle Art Fair“The delegation will also have a booth at the Seattle Art Fair from July 23-26.”
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  The booth will take place from July 23-26“The delegation will also have a booth at the Seattle Art Fair from July 23-26.”
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  A significant portion of funds from art sales will support humanitarian programs in Ukraine“According to the Foundation’s press materials, a significant portion of funds generated through exhibitions and art sales during the trip will be directed to the Kozytskyi Charity Foundation and used for life-changing humanitarian programs in Ukraine.”
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  The funds will support prosthetic treatment for wounded soldiers“The project supports prosthetic treatment and rehabilitation for wounded Ukrainian servicemembers, and medical treatment and prosthetics for injured children.”
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  The funds will support medical care for children“According to the Foundation’s press materials, a significant portion of funds generated through exhibitions and art sales during the trip will be directed to the Kozytskyi Charity Foundation and used for life-changing humanitarian programs in Ukraine. The project supports prosthetic treatment and rehabilitation for wounded Ukrainian servicemembers, and medical treatment and prosthetics for injured children.”
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  Washington state has welcomed over 55,000 Ukrainian refugees before Russia's 2022 invasion“Washington welcomed 55,000 refugees before Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine and an additional 24,000 since the start of hostilities.”
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  An additional 24,000 Ukrainian refugees have been welcomed since hostilities began“Washington welcomed 55,000 refugees before Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine and an additional 24,000 since the start of hostilities.”
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  Washington state leads the nation in Ukrainian refugees per capita“Washington state leads the nation in Ukrainian refugees per capita, and many Washington-based companies have an active role in Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts.”
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  Many Washington-based companies support Ukraine's rebuilding efforts“Many Washington-based companies have an active role in Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts.”
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  The exhibition offers Olympia residents a chance to view contemporary Ukrainian artNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The art was created during wartime“The exhibition and delegation visit underscore the robust relationship between Washington state and Ukraine. Washington welcomed 55,000 refugees before Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine and an additional 24,000 since the start of hostilities. The state now leads the nation in Ukrainian refugees per capita, and many Washington-based companies have an active role in Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts. The visit is a unique opportunity for the public to meet Ukraine-based artists and view contemporary artworks borne of wartime.”