The exhibition ispart ofthe festivity program dedicated tothe 50th jubilee ofthe Pushkin museum and the celebration ofthe Pushkins Day.

The following books: Paris Saint Petersburg. 18001830. When Russia Spoke French, Russian Theater. Illustrated Chronicles ofRussian Theatrical Life, From aSoldier toa General. From the History ofthe Russian Army, Masquerade and Russian-French Dictionary ofthe Terms ofArt became exhibits ofthe Donation and Donors exhibition, opened inthe halls ofthe museum located onPrechistenka street. The exposition comprises documents, objects ofart, costumes and books which were donated tothe Pushkin museum during its 50th years ofexistence. This year 25books ofthe Interros Publihsing Program were presented tothe museum inaccordance with the humanitarian program for book distribution toRussian cultural institutions. The book distribution tothe state museums, libraries and other cultural institutions isone ofpriority activities ofthe Interros Publishing Program.