Events
The Library and Information Center of Surgut State University invites you to take a fascinating journey through the halls of Yugra’s largest library, compete in historical quests and literary quizzes, participate in creative workshops, watch and discuss legendary films, and visit the Book Museum with unique publications from the 18th–20th centuries.
Events for Schoolchildren in 2026
| Excursions | |||
| 1 | University Library: What does a beginning reader need to know? A look at the rules, services, and unique book treasures of Yugra's largest library, including a visit to the Book Museum. |
6+ |
105 ₽ for schoolchildren; 150 ₽ for others |
| 2 | University Library: The organization. A story about the library’s departments, collections, and inner workings, with a visit to the book depository. | 12+ | |
| Workshops | |||
| 3 | Old Russian Calligraphy Basics. An exploration of the historical evolution of the Old Russian writing system, incorporating practical experience with quill and ink. |
12+ | 200 ₽ for schoolchildren; 300 ₽ for others |
| 4 | Bracelet in Morse code. Learning Morse code by crafting a beaded bracelet that encodes a personal name. | 12+ | |
| 5 | Water-color card for beginners. Mastering three watercolor techniques (wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and glazing) in the process of creating a custom postcard. | 6+ | |
| 6 | Shukhov’s hyperboloid. Creation of miniature mesh structures using the technology by the Soviet scientist Vladimir G. Shukhov. | 6+ | |
| 7 | Botanical monotypes. Mastering the monotype technique for botanical leaf print creation. | 6+ | |
| Quests | |||
| 8 | Surgut: history, people, facts. Explore Surgut’s history from the 16th century to the present day by completing interactive tasks. | 6+ | 200 ₽ for schoolchildren; 300 ₽ for others |
| 9 | Code of Alexander Nevsky. The chronicle of a military leader and wise ruler who played a key role in the history of the Russian state establishment. | 12+ | |
| Quizzes | |||
| 10 | Great battles and great victories. An intellectual game about key battles and heroes of the Great Patriotic War (1941–1945). | 12+ | 200 ₽ for schoolchildren; 300 ₽ for others |
| 11 | Playwright, comedy writer, and founder of Russian theater – Alexander N. Ostrovsky. A scholarly competition dedicated to the life and creative legacy of the founder of Russian national theater. | 12+ | |
| 12 | The Bulgakov Code: Deciphering a Classic. Uncovering the secrets of the biography and works of Mikhail A. Bulgakov, a writer ahead of his time. | 12+ | |
| Lecture Films | |||
| 13 | Heroes of Donbass. A viewing and discussion of the film “Young Guard” (1948): a film about the heroism of the Krasnodon underground fighters who gave their lives for their homeland. | 16+ | 200 ₽ for schoolchildren; 300 ₽ for others |
| 14 | The unwomanly face of war. A viewing and discussion of the film “The Dawns Here Are Quiet...” (1972): a poignant story about female anti-aircraft gunners and their commander who fought to the death against a detached unit of German saboteurs. | 16+ | |
Events are held by appointment: +7 (3462) 76-28-27. Registration is subject to availability. Groups must be accompanied by at least two people. Accompanying persons must have original passports to enter the university.
Professionally trained staff of the Library and Information Centre of Surgut State University work with visitors:
Igonina Natalya Gennadievna, Head of the Department
Lenina pr. 1, room 422. +7 (3462) 76-28-27 igonina_ng@surgu.ru
Zadorozhnaya Zhanna Evgenievna, Leading Librarian
Lenina pr. 1, room 422. +7 (3462) 76-28-00 zadorozhnaya_zhe@surgu.ru
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