A historical postcard from 1978, capturing the monumental building of the House of Technology on Red Square in Voroshilovgrad (now Luhansk).
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground of the postcard features a well-kept public flowerbed with blooming red roses and young evergreen fir trees. In the background, the grand facade of the House of Technology rises in a classical style. The massive columns, a pediment with a bas-relief, and a multi-tiered tower with a spire are clearly visible. On the right, a tall street lamp and the silhouette of a pedestrian are captured.
Historical note
The House of Technology was built in 1953 according to the design of prominent Soviet architects Vladyslav Fadeichev and Borys Dzbanovsky. The building was designed as a public and cultural center for hosting scientific and technical seminars, lectures, and demonstrating the achievements of the Donbas coal mining industry. The architectural style represents a classic example of post-war Soviet neoclassicism (Stalinist Empire style).
Present day
Currently, the building retains its original architectural features, including the decorative elements on the facade and the spire. Today, it houses the Luhansk State Academy of Culture and Arts named after M. Matusovsky. The site is recognized as a local architectural monument.
Location (map)
Address: Red Square, 1, Luhansk, Ukraine
Coordinates: 48.574400, 39.308200
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates identified based on the historical address of the building on Red Square in Luhansk..
Questions and answers
- When was the House of Technology in Luhansk built? The House of Technology was built in 1953.
- Who designed the House of Technology building? The building was designed by architects Vladyslav Fadeichev and Borys Dzbanovsky.
- What occupies the House of Technology building today? Currently, the building houses the Luhansk State Academy of Culture and Arts named after M. Matusovsky.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Luhansk from 1978.
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