"The level of audacity is hard to comprehend", – Roman Bochkala reacted to attempts to evict the museum from a Kyiv art lyceum

Journalist Roman Bochkala stated there is a threat to evict the museum "Blockpost of Memory" and called to preserve the unique exposition of the Russian-Ukrainian war

A conflict erupted in Kyiv around the museum "Blockpost of Memory", which operates at the Taras Shevchenko Kyiv State Art Lyceum. Journalist and public figure Roman Bochkala, in his Facebook post, claimed that the unique exposition dedicated to the Russian-Ukrainian war is being evicted from the premises. He criticized the actions of the school leadership and the stance of the relevant officials.

The museum "Blockpost of Memory" found itself at the center of the conflict

Bochkala said that he has been friends with the museum’s founder Pavel Netosov for many years. According to him, the situation around the exposition he created evokes outrage, because during the war the museum must defend its right to exist.

"It’s strange that such an object has to prove its right to exist. And to fight for it," the journalist wrote.

The museum "Blockpost of Memory" is located on the premises of the Taras Shevchenko Kyiv State Art Lyceum. It houses items related to Ukraine’s struggle for independence, evidence of Russian aggression, and proof of war crimes.

As Bochkala noted, the exposition is regularly visited by schoolchildren, students, and foreign guests. In his view, this space has particular significance for preserving historical memory and informing the younger generation about the events of the war.

Bochkala accused officials of trying to evict the museum

In his post, the journalist asserts that certain representatives of the institution’s administration seek to vacate the premises where the exposition is currently located.

Bochkala also stated that potential tenants were allegedly found for the territory, and officials plan to receive funds from its use. At the same time, there is no documentary confirmation of these claims in the cited post.

Particular attention the journalist paid to acting director of the lyceum Alyevtina Kakhidze.

According to him, after her appointment, patriotic symbols began to be dismantled at the institution, and then the question of evicting the museum premises arose.

Bochkala claims that the leadership justifies the relevant demand with alleged danger to the exhibits, although, in his words, they have undergone state examinations.

Additionally, the journalist criticized the lack of proper, in his view, reaction from officials of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine. In his post he mentioned Tetiana Berezhna, Yevhen Lavro and Tetiana Kolos, stressing the need for their intervention in the situation.

"We will certainly defend the museum": Bochkala promised to protect the exposition

The journalist stated that he has no intention of leaving the situation unattended. He is convinced that the museum, dedicated to Ukraine’s history of resisting Russian aggression, must continue its work.

"We will certainly defend the museum," Bochkala emphasized.

He also expressed the intention to seek an assessment of the actions of officials whom he regards as responsible for the situation around the institution.

Concluding his post, the journalist reminded of the importance of preserving historical memory: "Who does not know his own history will later teach the enemy".

Thus, the question of the future operation of the "Blockpost of Memory" museum remains a subject of public discussion. At the same time, the accusations voiced by Bochkala reflect his position and require consideration of explanations from the other side.

By the way, the All-Ukrainian public organization "Stop Corruption" and the public organization "International Association of Fortification Researchers Citadel" signed a Memorandum of Cooperation. The document was signed by the head of "Citadel" Pavlo Netiosov, co-founder of the NGO "Stop Corruption" Roman Bochkala and the chairman of the board of the NGO "Stop Corruption" Ihor Bondarchuk. The parties agreed to jointly strengthen public oversight over the use of public funds for construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of fortifications and protective structures, as well as to preserve Ukraine’s fortification heritage.