This collectible art postcard from 1981 showcases Soviet architectural modernism in Uzhhorod, featuring the House of Political Education.
What is shown on the postcard
The photograph captures the main facade of the four-story building designed in the late Soviet modernist style, characterized by prominent vertical concrete fins. In the foreground, there is a manicured lawn with decorative shrubs and young deciduous trees. A large metal propaganda installation stands on the roof, displaying the slogan ‘LONG LIVE MARXISM-LENINISM!’ alongside a Soviet emblem.
Historical note
The House of Political Education (Budynok Politoshvity) was constructed in the second half of the 20th century. It served as a hub for party education, conferences, ideological seminars, and methodological work for CPSU cadres. The building formed an integral part of the Soviet-era administrative district of the city, centered near Narodna Square.
Present day
Following Ukraine’s independence, the building retained its administrative function, while the ideological slogans and Soviet symbols were removed from the roof. Today, it houses various regional state offices and municipal departments, serving as an architectural monument of Uzhhorod’s late Soviet period.
Location (map)
Address: 1 Mytna Street, Uzhhorod, Ukraine
Coordinates: 48.623351, 22.288151
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the former House of Political Education at 1 Mytna Street.
Questions and answers
- What was the building’s purpose during the Soviet era? It served as the House of Political Education, hosting Communist party seminars, ideological lectures, and methodological training courses.
- What Soviet elements are visible on the postcard? A large metal propaganda sign with the slogan ‘Long Live Marxism-Leninism!’ and a Soviet emblem is visible on the roof.
- How is the building used today? The building serves as a general administrative facility housing various government departments and public services.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Uzhhorod from 1981.
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