2018
Adamovich Stop
An art object in Hluša that transformed an ordinary bus stop into a visible tourist landmark and drew attention to the village and the figure of Adamovich. Artist: Aliaksandr Blahiy
Initiative
An initiative born from the idea of honoring Ales Adamovich in Glusha grew into a memorial, an art object, a route, a civic campaign and living work with his legacy.
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The idea of commemorating Ales Adamovich in Hluša grew out of conversations about how to mark his 90th anniversary and what could be done to preserve the writer’s memory in the places connected with his life.
At first, it was a local initiative and a rather bold idea: to install a monument to the writer in his native village. At that time, few believed that the idea of the monument could truly be brought to life.
Gradually, people, partners, and support gathered around this idea. This is how the path began toward the monument in Hluša and the art object “Prypynak Adamoviča.”
After the first completed projects, the initiative went through a pause. But the idea itself did not disappear.
Today, this story continues in a new format.
INITIATIVE PROJECTS
The initiative grew out of the idea of commemorating Ales Adamovich in Hluša and gradually developed into several independent projects: an art object, a monument, a theatrical tour, and other formats of working with the writer’s memory.
An art object in Hluša that transformed an ordinary bus stop into a visible tourist landmark and drew attention to the village and the figure of Adamovich. Artist: Aliaksandr Blahiy
The world’s first monument to Ales Adamovich, installed in Hluša — the writer’s small homeland. It was unveiled on the 25th anniversary of Adamovich’s death and is rightly considered a people’s monument. Sculptor: Henik Loika.
A theatrical tour through the places connected with Ales Adamovich in Hluša, where characters from his works came to life through performances by actors of the Babrujsk Vincent Dunin-Marcinkievič Theatre.
People of the initiative
The Prypynak Adamovicha initiative is now developed by people who continue working on new projects and preserving the legacy.
Core team
project initiator and lead
The driving force of the team. Coordinates the development of the initiative, work with partners, the digital platform, fundraising, and the preparation of the project’s next stages.
coordinator
Helps with organization, communication, preparation of materials, and media relations.
Individual contribution
Sculptor
Created the bust of Ales Adamovich in Glusha, a tangible sign of memory for the writer in his native place.
Over the years, dozens of people have joined the initiative: from authors and researchers to volunteers and helpers on the ground. We thank everyone who has walked this path with us.
Recognition
The initiative has received public attention and professional recognition. For us, this is not an endpoint, but a sign that the work of memory can unite people and matter far beyond one town.
Partnership of the Year
Recognition of the initiative as an example of civic action and cooperation between the state, business, and civil society.
Minsk, Belarus
Competition finalist
The idea of a route and theatrical excursion through Ales Adamovich's places received support and expert attention.
Minsk, Belarus
Best youth project in culture
Recognition for the campaign to honor Ales Adamovich and return his legacy to public space.
Minsk, Belarus
Finalist
Recognition of the work of preserving memory and creating a memorial space within the museum and cultural community.
Minsk, Belarus
Award winner from the Center for Urban Initiatives
Information support and visibility
Support from public figures
Attention and participation
This list is not exhaustive. We are grateful to everyone who supports the work of preserving Ales Adamovich's memory.
Support and gratitude
This initiative became possible thanks to people and organizations who supported it with ideas, words, communication, donations, publicity and solidarity.
A professional actor, also known as Malyavanych. He contributed to the voice recording of the audio guide through the places connected with Ales Adamovich in Hluša. His voice helps bring the route’s stories to life.
Supported fundraising for the Ales Adamovich monument and drew attention to the work of honoring his memory.
Supported the initiative and fundraising, which became important for making the monument possible. Publicly supported the project.
Coverage of the initiative, publications, information sharing and support for the project's visibility in media and cultural spaces.
The project is implemented with support from ArtPower Belarus and the European Union.
Partners and support
The initiative exists thanks to partners, friends and the community. We are open to cooperation and welcome new allies on this path.
ArtPower BelarusEuropean UnionFiscal partner: The project is implemented through a fiscal partner that provides financial and legal support.
Coverage of the initiative, publications, information sharing and support for the project's visibility in media and cultural spaces.
People who support the project with care, words, sharing information and everyday solidarity.
This is not only the work of an initiative team. It is a shared act of memory that we create together, now and for future generations.