UNESCO's mission will help restore the damaged Derzhprom and Skovoroda Museum in Kharkiv, according to the city’s regional military administration. In March, representatives from the organization will visit Kharkiv to conduct an analysis and evaluation, as well as determine the next steps for restoring Derzhprom.
UNESCO and the Kharkiv Administration are also in negotiations to sign a memorandum to begin conservation work on the National Literary and Memorial Museum of Hryhorii Skovoroda. The relevant project-cost documentation has already been developed, and preparatory work has been completed.
"We are in contact with international organizations to attract as many resources as possible, as the enemy is doing everything it can to destroy our history, heritage, and identity. The shelling of Derzhprom and other sites last autumn only confirms the aggressor's goal. We expect the UNESCO mission to visit in March, where they will analyze and assess the damage to Derzhprom and determine further restoration measures. Derzhprom is not just an architectural monument, but a symbolic symbol of Kharkiv," said Oleh Synehubov.
Russians targeted Derzhprom on October 28, 2024. The building is a historical architectural landmark and one of the symbols of the city. Operational repairs have already begun at the impact site.
