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Mukhtar Auezov was an outstanding writer who elevated Kazakh literature to a world‑class level

At the Abay State Museum‑Reserve “Zhidebay‑Borili,” a book exhibition titled “An Outstanding Writer of Our Era” was organized to mark the birthday of Mukhtar Omarkhanuly Auezov, a great figure of Kazakh literature, an outstanding writer, playwright, scholar, and public figure. Mukhtar Auezov was an outstanding writer who elevated Kazakh literature to a world‑class level. His works deeply illustrate the nation’s history,...

06.11.2026NewsRead more...

“Descendants of Abai Who Passed Through the Fire of War for the Motherland”

On the occasion of May 9 — Victory Day, the exhibition titled “Descendants of Abai Who Passed Through the Fire of War for the Motherland” was organized at the Abai State Museum-Reserve «Zhidebai-Borili». The purpose of the exhibition was to introduce younger generations to the heroism and exemplary lives of Abai’s descendants who defended their homeland during the Great Patriotic War....

09.05.2026NewsRead more...

«DESCENDANT OF GREAT FIGURES, EXEMPLARY TEACHER»

On May 8, a literary evening and book presentation titled “Descendant of Great Figures, Exemplary Teacher” dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Minash Arkhamkyzy - a descendant of Kunanbay, educator, and promoter of Abai’s heritage - was held at the Abai State Museum-Reserve «Zhidebai-Borili». The event was opened with a welcoming speech by the museum director Ulan Sagadiyev. During the evening,...

08.05.2026NewsRead more...

THE 10TH “ASEMPAZ BOLMA ARNEGE…” COMPETITION FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WAS HELD

On April 29, the Abai State Museum-Reserve «Zhidebai-Borili» together with the Department of Education of Semey City traditionally held the 10th “Asempaz Bolma Arnege…” competition among preschool children. The competition aimed to promote Abai’s literary heritage among young children, develop artistic reading skills, and encourage creativity. According to the results of the competition: First place was awarded to Adiya Kuandykova from Nursery School...

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Lecture on “Abai’s Translations” Held

On April 24, a meaningful lecture dedicated to the topic of translations in the works of the great thinker Abai Kunanbayuly was held at the Abai Studies Center of the Abai Museum. The lecture was delivered by the museum’s research associate Dilnaz Galymbekkyzy, who spoke about the distinctive features of Abai’s translations from Russian and world literature and their importance in...

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Lecture on “Abai’s Kuy Compositions” Held

A lecture titled “Abai’s Kuy Compositions” was held for students of Shakarim University at the Abai State Historical-Cultural and Literary-Memorial Museum-Reserve «Zhidebai-Borili». During the lecture, participants were introduced to the role of Abai Kunanbayuly in the art of kuy, his contribution to Kazakh musical culture, and the distinctive features of his musical works. Students also received informative insights into Abai’s musical...

17.04.2026NewsRead more...

Thematic excursion Held within the Exhibition “Before Me, Poet Abai is a Guiding Star”

At the Abai Museum, research associate Dilnaz Gаlymbekkyzy conducted a thematic tour for students of Alikhan Bokeikhan University as part of the exhibition “Before Me, Poet Abai is a Guiding Star,” dedicated to the 110th anniversary of Kayym Mukhamedkhanov. During the экскурсия, students were introduced to the outstanding scholar’s scientific legacy, his invaluable contribution to the study of Abai Kunanbayuly’s works,...

15.04.2026NewsRead more...

“Zhidebai-Borili” in honor of the Great Day holiday – Nauryz.

A large-scale festive event "Abai shanyragyndagy az Nauryz" was organized in the state historical, cultural, literary and memorial museum-reserve of Abai "Zhidebai-Borili" in honor of the Great Day holiday – Nauryz. During the event, the traditions and national values of the Kazakh people were widely promoted, as well as the content and significance of the Nauryz holiday were deeply revealed. As...

27.03.2026NewsRead more...

Literary Evening and Opening of the Exhibition “I Am a Witness of a Century”

Today, a literary evening and the grand opening of the exhibition titled “I Am a Witness of a Century” were held in honor of the 125th anniversary of the poet, composer, and kuishi Shakir Abenuly. The event was opened with a welcoming speech by the Director of the Abai Museum, U. Sagadiyev, who expressed special respect to the poet’s descendant, Sana...

04.03.2026NewsRead more...

On February 24, an online lecture titled “Musical Instruments in the Abai Museum” was held at the State Historical, Cultural, and Literary Memorial Museum-Reserve of Abai “Zhidebay–Borili” for 7th-grade students of the Ozerki Secondary School.

On February 24, an online lecture titled “Musical Instruments in the Abai Museum” was held at the State Historical, Cultural, and Literary Memorial Museum-Reserve of Abai “Zhidebay–Borili” for 7th-grade students of the Ozerki Secondary School. Purpose of the lecture: to introduce students to the traditional musical culture of the Kazakh people through the musical instruments preserved in the Abai Museum, and...

24.02.2026NewsRead more...