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The artifact is a battle axe made from magmatic rock (diabase) of gray-brown color. It was accidentally discovered in 1966 within the territory of Aluniș village, Rîșcani district. Based on its morphological characteristics, the artifact can be attributed to the Catacomb culture (29th-22nd centuries BCE).

The axe features a massive, elongated naviform body with slightly pronounced shoulders, a short and narrow edge that is flat and circular in cross-section. The blade is slightly curved. The hole was drilled in the maximum width of the object. It is circular in shape with a diameter of 2.2 cm. The surface of the artifact is meticulously polished, worked with great care, and shows no signs of damage or chipping.

Dimensions: Length: 20.0 cm; Maximum width: 8.4 cm; Edge diameter: 5.0 cm; Blade width: 7.0 cm; Weight: 2.3 kg.

Stone battle axes are characteristic of the Catacomb culture communities and are most often found as grave goods, deposited in tombs. Their presence in funerary complexes suggests a multifaceted functionality: weapons, social symbols, and ritual objects. Initially used as weapons, the axes became social symbols for their owners, later acquiring votive significance when deposited in tombs to serve the deceased in the afterlife.

The social symbolic function of stone battle axes is indicated by the high-quality rocks used for their manufacture and the exceptionally meticulous craftsmanship. The large dimensions of the axe from Aluniș support this hypothesis and distinguish it from other examples.

The discovery of stone battle axes outside a funerary complex may indicate their votive deposition. It is difficult to imagine that these exceptionally well-crafted pieces, made from high-quality rocks transported over great distances, could have been abandoned or lost accidentally. It is far more likely that they were deposited for magical-religious purposes, a possibility that may also apply to the stone axe discovered at Aluniș.

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Book launch: "Romanian lands seen by artists from the West (15th-19th centuries)", edited by Robert Denndorf, album coordinator: Silvia Corlăteanu-Granciuc

26 January 2023

On 26th of January, The National Musuem of History of Moldova, in collaboration with the Institute of History of the MSU, organized the launch of the work "Romanian lands seen by artists from the West (15th-19th centuries). Album", edited by Robert Denndorf (Germany). The album was coordinated by university professor Dr. Silvia Corlăteanu-Granciuc, the scientific secretary of the Institute of History of the MSU

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Azerbaijan-Moldova youth forum "Karabakh is Azerbaijan"

19 January 2023

On January 19, in the premises of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place the Azerbaijan-Moldova youth forum "Karabakh is Azerbaijan" on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of the Leader of the Nation of the Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev.

Representatives of state institutions and various organizations from Moldova and Azerbaijan participated in the forum


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National Day of Culture at NMHM

15 January 2023

In the context of the National Day of Culture, which was celebrated on January 15, the National Museum of History of Moldova carried out a series of activities and events dedicated to it.

On January 12, took place the inauguration of the exhibition: "Chisinau: an unknown history". The event was enjoyed by a huge audience, who, guided by our colleagues from NMHM, studied with interest the pieces exhibited in the showcases.


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Inauguration of the exhibition "Chisinau: an unknown history"

12 January 2023

On January 12, 2023, at the National Museum of History of Moldova, was inaugurated the exhibition dedicated to the National Day of Culture, entitled "Chisinau: an unknown history".

The exhibition was carried out by the Archeology Sector of NMHM and brings together an important number of documentary materials illustrating the historical past of Chisinau


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The retrospective of the 2022

31 December 2022

Being in the middle of the years, it is time for each of us to make some conclusions and remember once again what the year 2022 was remembered for.

Following the removal of the restrictions imposed by the epidemiological situation in 2021, the National Museum of History of Moldova reopened its doors to the visiting public


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Festive gathering of the collective of the National History Museum of Moldova

27 December 2022

On December 27, one of the last days of 2022, the entire team of the National Museum of History of Moldova gathered in the Blue Hall for a festive event.

The General Director of NMHM, dr. hab. Eugen Sava, told about the main challenges and achievements that our Museum had during the last year, which was not an easy one. Also, the contribution of all the people of the NMHM collective was highlighted, thanks to which, remarkable successes were recorded in the promotion of national history and culture, the organization of cultural events, the development of science through the creation of publications under the auspices of NMHM and the fact that our Museum enjoys a constant interest from the visiting public


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"Christmas is more beautiful with sunshine!"

18 December 2022

On December 18, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted a beautiful event dedicated to the winter holidays. Organized in collaboration with A.O. "Sunshine" and Ivan Goncearuc, the celebration "Christmas is more beautiful with sunshine!" brought together children with Down syndrome and normotipical children who, together with their parents, took part in a special program, supported by the ethno-folk ensemble "Crenguța de Iederă", Georgeta Voinovan & Crescendo, the children's groups "Boom Kids" and "Speranța", Bubble Party Show etc.

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Launch of the Museums of the Future program

7 December 2022

On December 7, 2022, in the premises of Artcor, was launched the Museums of the Future program. The program is carried out by the Ministry of Culture in partnership with the Technologies of the Future Project, financed by USAID Moldova, the Swedish Embassy in Chisinau and the Association of Creative Companies COR (Artcor). The initiative is part of the Creative Moldova National Program.

Digital artists will create mixed teams with the museums of the Republic of Moldova to launch innovative content exhibition projects through digital and new-media art methods, such as immersive experiences, projection mapping, virtual/augmented reality, holograms/real-time streaming , sensors (motion, sound, touch trackers).


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International Charity Bazaar, 24th edition

4 December 2022

On December 4, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the 24th edition of the International Charity Bazaar, organized by the International Women's Club of Moldova in partnership with accredited embassies in Chisinau and international organizations.

During the event, embassies, international organizations, local NGOs and development agencies, handicraft and art vendors came together to share cultures, customs, culinary delights and other items from the countries concerned, which visitors could buy


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The students' scientific-practical conference with the title: "Sfatul Țării voted for the Union!"

29 November 2022

On November 29, in the Union Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place the students' scientific-practical conference entitled: "Sfatul Țării voted for the Union!".

The students and the coordinating teachers from IPLT "Mircea Eliade" and LCI "Prometeu-Prim" from the municipality of Chisinau presented several thematic communications.


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Valuable donation of Romanian stamps

25 November 2022

On the eve of the National Day of Romania, the National Museum of History of Moldova had a historical moment with a special sentimental significance. The Romanian collector Ilie Picioruș donated to the museum a valuable and impressive collection of Romanian stamps, unstamped, from the 1965-1999 period. Noble gesture worthy of all admiration and gratitude. The donation includes 2,887 stamps with a very diverse theme: historical events and personalities, historical monuments, culture, education, sports, fauna, flora, etc. The collection is accompanied by a set of specialized works that will facilitate the work of identifying, describing and inventorying the new pieces entered into the museum's heritage

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Music of Moldova: reDiscover

19 November 2022

On November 19, 2022, the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the second day of the "Music of Moldova: reDiscover" event, organized by the Moldovan National Youth Orchestra.

According to the organizers, Moldovan music represents an important component in their activity because they love and are proud of our country, and in addition to the activities carried out over the years, together with dozens of young instrumentalists, an important component was the promotion of Moldovan composers


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Book launch: "History of Bessarabia, Vol. II: At the dawn of Romanian civilization. From the middle of the 1st millennium until the formation of the centralized medieval state among the romanians", author: Ion Turcanu

16 November 2022

On November 16, in the Conference Hall of the National Musuem of History of Moldova took place the launch of the monography "The History of Bessarabia, Vol. II: At the dawn of Romanian civilization. From the middle of the 1st millennium to the formation of the centralized medieval state among the Romanians", signed by Ion Țurcanu, appeared this year at Publishing House Știința.

The work represents an academic synthesis based on the latest historiographic achievements and historical sources (written, archaeological, linguistic, anthropological, etc.), regarding the process of the formation of the Romanian civilization and the medieval state in the historical province of Bessarabia.


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Book launch: "Orheiul Vechi. Localities and monastic settlements (15th-19th centuries)", author: dr. arch. Sergius Ciocanu

15 November 2022

On November 15, 2022, in the Conference Hall took place the launch of the monography "Orheiul Vechi. Localities and monastic settlements (15th-19th centuries)" by Dr. arch. Sergius Ciocanu, appeared at the Cartdidact Publishing House.

The work "Orheiul Vechi. Localities and monastic settlements (15th-19th centuries)" proposes, in five chapters, a novel approach to the entire spectrum of problems accumulated over time in the area known today under the generic name of Orheiul Vechi


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National Exhibition " Science for Peace and Development: Creativity, Experience, Perspectives"

10 November 2022

On November 10, in the International Day of Science for Peace and Development, the Academy of Sciences of Moldova turned into an authentic exhibition center, where performance, innovation, creativity and originality reigned supreme. The researchers, guided by the message of this remarkable event, brilliantly showcased their results in their areas of competence obtained in the years 2020-2022, in the framework of several research projects

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Planting of the Union Oak at the National History Museum of Moldova

10 November 2022

On November 10, in the courtyard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place an event of special significance. The students and teachers of IPLT "Mircea Eliade", LCI "Prometeu-Prim", LTR "Aristotel", LT "George Meniuc" from the municipality of Chisinau planted the "Union Oak - symbol of the unity and longevity of the Romanian nation"

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Launch of the international photography exhibition World Press Photo 2022

9 November 2022

On November 9, 2022, the launch of the World Press Photo international photographic exhibition took place at the National Museum of History of Moldova.

The General Director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Eugen Sava, an institution that has been the host of this event for five years, expressed confidence that the public will appreciate the exhibition at its true value. "These photographic works reach the public because they are made by the best photographers in the world. By the value they represent, with certainty, they can be attributed to the category of genuine works of art. The doors of the National Museum of History of Moldova are open for all photography lovers to admire these works of art," said Eugen Sava


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Totalization Seminar “Researching the memory of the victims of communist-totalitarian regime in the Moldavian SSR”

31 October 2022

On October 31, 2022, the Museum of Victims of Deportations and Political Repressions of the National Museum of History of Moldova, in cooperation with the Association of Former Deportees and Political Detainees from Moldova, organized the totalization seminar on the field studies within the memory communities of the victims of the totalitarian-communist regime in the Moldavian SSR, implemented between June 1 and October 31, 2022

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The International Scientific Conference "History - Archeology - Museology", XXXII edition

28 October 2022

The National Museum of History of Moldova organized, between October 27-28, 2022, the International Scientific Conference "History - Archeology - Museology", XXXII edition. The conference was held in a hybrid format.

During the start of the scientific conference, with opening speeches came Elena Postică, deputy director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Liliana Condraticova, general scientific secretary, Academy of Sciences of Moldova, Alexandra Barbăneagra, rector of the State Pedagogical University "Ion Creangă" from Chisinau and Sergiu Matveev, dean of the Faculty of History and Philosophy, Moldova State University.


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The opening of the exhibition "Dacia. The last frontier of Romanianness"

27 October 2022

On October 27, at the National History Museum of Romania, took place the opening of the exhibition "Dacia. The last frontier of Romanianness".

The event took place in the presence of Mr. Sergiu Nistor, Presidential Advisor, Mr. Lucian Romașcanu, Minister of Culture, Mr. Dr. Ernest Oberländer-Târnoveanu, General Director of the National History Museum of Romania, Mr. Andrés Carretero Pérez, General Director of the National Museum of Archeology from Madrid, who received the distinction of the Order of Cultural Merit in Officer Rank, cat. F - Promotion of Culture, Stéphane Verger, General Director of the National Roman Museum, in Rome and Carlos Barrot, the architect who designed the exhibition


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The artifact is a battle axe made from magmatic rock (diabase) of gray-brown color. It was accidentally discovered in 1966 within the territory of Aluniș village, Rîșcani district. Based on its morphological characteristics, the artifact can be attributed to the Catacomb culture (29th-22nd centuries BCE)...

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC