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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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The Commemoration of the Memorial Day for the Victims of Communism in Washington DC, USA

7 November 2023

On November 7, 2023, the Museum of Victims of Deportations and Political Repressions, NMHM, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in the USA participated in the "Victims of Communism International & Food Fair", organized by the Victims of Communism Museum in Washington DC, in the context of The Memorial Day of the Victims of Communism.

The event brought together the efforts of more than 20 diplomatic missions accredited to Washington DC from states with a history marked by the atrocities of communist regimes


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Opening of the exhibition "The Age of Stephen the Great Reflected Through the Museum Heritage on Both Banks of the Prut"

7 November 2023

On November 7, in the hall on the first floor of the National History Museum of Moldova, the opening of the exhibition "The Age of Stephen the Great Reflected Through the Museum Heritage on Both Banks of the Prut" took place.

During the event, participated with speeches Dr. hab Eugen Sava, General Director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Prof. Dr. Ramona Maria Mocanu, project manager, "Ştefan cel Mare" Vaslui County Museum, Igor Țărălungă, project manager, Soroca District Council and Alina Albu, project manager, Council Vaslui County Afterwards, Dr. Laurențiu Chiriac, Vaslui "Ştefan cel Mare" County Museum, presented the history and concept of the exhibition to the present audience


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Autumn school “Dialogue between young people from both banks of the Dniester for the edification of the European culture of memory and the promotion of democratic values. The implementation of good practices between Lithuania and Moldova”

3 November 2023

The Museum of Victims of Deportations and Political Repressions of the National Museum of History of Moldova, in partnership with the Institute of History of the Moldova State University, the "Alecu Russo" State University of Bălți and the Institute Center of Excellence Pro Memoria, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania, during 1-3 November 2023, organized the Autumn School "Dialogue between young people from both banks of the Dniester for the edification of the European culture of memory and the promotion of democratic values. The implementation of good practices between Lithuania and Moldova"

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International Scientific Conference: History – Archaeology – Museology, XXXIIIrd edition

27 October 2023

On October 26-27, 2023, the XXIIIrd edition of International Scientific Conference on History, Archaeology, and Museology, was held at the National Museum of History of Moldova, in a mixed format (with physical and online presence).

The conference brought together over 120 specialists from the fields of archaeology, history, museology, linguistics, political science, and ethnology from 10 countries: Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, Poland, Canada, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Germany, Armenia, and Kazakhstan


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International Festival-Competition of choral music „A Ruginit Frunza din Vii”, XVI edition

22 October 2023

Between October 19-22, the most anticipated event of the year in the world of choral music took place: the „A Ruginit Frunza din Vii" International Festival-Competition of choral music.

On October 20, the location of this museum was the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova. 34 choral ensembles from Moldova, Spain, Macedonia, Philippines, Spain, Argentina, South Africa, Ukraine and Romania participated in the Festival-Competition


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Matinee / Moldo Crescendo VIII

22 October 2023

On October 22, a morning concert of classical music took place in the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova.

The audience present could enjoy works signed by George Enescu, Caroline Shaw, Györgi Ligeti, Franz Schubert, Antonio Vivaldi performed by Alexandra Conunova - violin, Dorottya Standi - cello and the Fitzroy Quartet (Great Britain) - Dan-Iulian Druțac, Jure Smirnov Ostir (violin, Slovenia), Kasia Ziminska (viola, Poland), Michael Newman (cello, UK)


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Opening of the exhibition "Unity through diversity"

18 October 2023

On October 18, 2023, the opening of the "Unity through diversity" exhibition took place in the upstairs hall of the National Museum of Museum of Moldova.

We are happy to present to you the photographic exhibition "Unity through diversity", made by the talented photographer Tanya Gross, in collaboration with the National Museum of History of Moldova and the International Women's Club of Moldova


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“Echoes of War” exhibition Opens in Moldova

4 October 2023

"Echoes of War" by a Syrian photojournalist, Omar Sanadiki opened on 4 October in the National Museum of History of Moldova. The exhibition depicts two distant, yet intertwined wars in Syria and in Ukraine. The photos in Ukraine were shot in June this year, and were brought to Chişinău by the European External Action Service (EEAS) as a collaborative project with the photographer. "Echoes of War" will stay on show until 31 October at the Museum

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The premiere of the film THUNDERS, at the National Museum of History of Moldova

3 October 2023

On October 3, the Blue Hall of the National Museum of History of Moldova was transformed into a cinema, hosting the premiere of the film THUNDERS.

The story of two children who accidentally end up on a minefield met the public in a symbolic place, whose role is to remind us of the most important events in the country's history


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Scientific and Practical Seminar: Scientific and cultural dialogue with representatives of specialized institutions regarding the record and management of archaeological collections and the archive of archaeological research

29 September 2023

On September 29, 2023, at the Museum of History of Moldova, the Scientific and Practical Seminar "Scientific and cultural dialogue with representatives of specialized institutions regarding the record and management of archaeological collections and the archive of archaeological research" was held. The event was organized within the project "Museum heritage and historical memory: research, interpretation, presentation" (Code: 20.80009.0807.43), in the context of the European Heritage Days

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Training workshop conducted by Vanessa Vaio, an expert in heritage interpretation

28 September 2023

On Thursday, September 28, 2023, the Blue Room of the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the training workshop "Innovative approaches to the interpretation of cultural heritage for the development of a tourism product through the prism of immersive experiences" conducted by Ms. Vanessa Vaio, an expert in heritage interpretation with more than 28 years of experience in this field. Vanessa Vaio is the Italian coordinator of Interpret Europe - the European Association for Heritage Interpretation. The opening of the event was attended by Ms. Svetlana Pociumban, head of the Heritage Department of the Ministry of Culture, who emphasized the role of museums in modern society and the importance of promoting and developing cultural heritage through education

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Opening of the anniversary exhibition "Academician Alexei Sciusev. Life and Opera" 150 years since the birth, dedicated to the European Heritage Days

28 September 2023

On Thursday, September 28, 2023, the opening of the anniversary exhibition "Academician Alexei Shchusev. Life and Works" took place, organized in partnership with the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova and the National Archives Agency on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the birth of the renowned architect, in the context of the European Heritage Days.

The event featured a welcoming speech from Ms. Livia Sîrbu, Deputy Director of the Museum, who spoke about the efforts made by the Museum to develop the holdings and popularize the activities of the Alexei Shchusev House Museum


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International scientific conference "Yesterday's cultural heritage - implications for the development of tomorrow's societies"

26 September 2023

On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the international scientific conference "Cultural heritage of yesterday - implications for the development of tomorrow's societies" took place, an event dedicated to the European Days of Cultural Heritage. The scientific meeting was a good opportunity for communication between researchers from the Republic of Moldova, Romania and Ukraine, for the presentation and dissemination of scientific results, for the identification of management problems, restoration and enhancement of cultural heritage and, over time, for appreciation. of outstanding scientific and cultural achievements in research activity

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Opening of the exhibition "About the Polish language"

26 September 2023

On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the opening of the exhibition "About the Polish language" took place, organized by the Polish Institute in Bucharest in partnership with the National Museum of History of Moldova in the context of the European Day of Languages. This holiday was established in 2001 by the European Union and the Council of Europe and is celebrated annually on September 26. The European Day of Languages aims to bring to the public's attention the great linguistic variety of Europe, to promote cultural heritage and linguistic diversity, to encourage people of all ages to learn foreign languages, as well as to promote language-related professions

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“Refinement and Elegance of the Interwar Period”

23 September 2023

On Saturday, September 23, 2023, the Association of Guides, Lecturers and Translators of the Republic of Moldova, in partnership with the National Museum of History of Moldova, organized a wonderful event "Refinement and Elegance of the Interwar Period", bringing together more than 30 people with the aim to get familiar with the history of fashion and lifestyle from the beginning of the 20th century.

During the event, a presentation was held, which highlighted the history of fashion, social life, outstanding personalities who influenced the course of fashion - fashion designers, actors, artists, representatives of the aristocracy and other social categories


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Opening of the exhibition “Victor Rotaru: Reflections in Colors”

21 September 2023

On Thursday, September 21, 2023, the opening of the painting exhibition "Victor Rotaru: Reflections in Colors" took place at the National Museum of History of Moldova.

The exhibition tells an unwritten history of the artist Victor Rotaru and aims to familiarize the public with the artist's work, to awaken interest in the discovery and understanding of this personality, whose creations deserve fame, artistic appreciation and admiration


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The National Scientific Conference “Bessarabian Prominent Figures as Part of the National Cultural and Historical Heritage (the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century)”

19 September 2023

On September 19, 2023, the National Scientific Conference “Figures of Bessarabia are part of the national cultural and historical heritage (19th century – first half of the 20th century)” was held at the National Museum of History of Moldova; the event was held in a mixed format (physical attendance and online), was dedicated to the European Heritage Days and organized within the framework of the Project “Museum Heritage and Historical Memory: Research, Interpretation, Presentation” (number 20.80009.0807.43) funded by the State Program (2020-2023).

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The exhibition “Queen Maria, irresistible ambassador of Romanian history and popular art” has arrived at the Călărași Museum of History and Ethnography!

18 September 2023

On September 18, 2023 at the Călărași Museum of History and Ethnography, the exhibition "Queen Maria, irresistible ambassador of Romanian history and folk art" was inaugurated, opened in the context of European Heritage Days.

This exhibition represents a cultural endeavor that aims to promote the beauty and richness of Romanian traditions and folk art, starting from the pride and passion with which Queen Maria promoted these authentic cultural values both through her political activity and through her cultural work


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The opening of the photographic exhibition "Picasso.Intimo."

11 September 2023

On September 11, the National Museum of History of Moldova had the honor of hosting a special event, the opening of the photographic exhibition "Picasso.Intimo.", which celebrates the legendary Spanish artist Pablo Picasso and his impressive work.

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in the Republic of Moldova, based in Bucharest, in collaboration with the National Museum of History of Moldova, organized this exhibition to highlight the artist's vision and contribution


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Opening of the photo exhibition "Building Bridges Among Communities"

5 September 2023

On September 5, at the National Museum of History of Moldova, was opened the photo exhibition "Building bridges between communities", a window to human connections and empathy through visual histories - a fascinating collection of images made by the participants of the second edition of the National Geographic Photo Camp in Moldova.

At the opening ceremony of the exhibition, Jeff Bryan, Director of the USAID Moldova Mission, and Steven Fisher, the British Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, emphasized the importance of social cohesion and communication, including visual communication, in a modern, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society


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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