House of culture of Irpin

Description of the establishment

The House of Culture in Irpin was one of the first such institutions in Ukraine after the Second World War — at a time when all of Europe was making titanic efforts to rebuild itself. The local community initiated the construction: people wanted to take care of the cultural development of the city community. Irpen residents have always been proud of this important initiative.

Response to destruction

After the de-occupation, many representatives of the world community visited Irpin as a sign of support and solidarity: presidents, ministers and speakers of foreign countries' parliaments, heads and representatives of international organizations, religious leaders, world-famous artists, including the musicians of the band U2 and the American filmmaker Cary Fukunaga. The House of Culture was not left out. Its shelled sky-blue facade and destroyed walls became important symbols of the music video for the song of the famous English singer Ed Sheeran in collaboration with the Ukrainian band Antitila. And also the outstanding Lithuanian pianist Darius Majintas performed in the open air near the House of Culture in Irpin.

The building, which for decades was the heart of the cultural life of the city and cherished the memory, could itself become a memory.

What will the money be used for?

The amount of UAH 204,800,000 includes the complete restoration of the building — repair of the building's facades, interiors, and ceilings. We will also spend 12,800,000 of these funds on conducting research and design works that will determine the full scope of work necessary for the restoration of the building.