April 19, 2018 in the exhibition hall VOHM them. I. N. Kramskoy was a solemn opening of the International Festival of wild nature “Golden Turtle”.

Opening the solemn part, the acting Director of the Museum Marina Chernova welcomed the guests, told about the exhibition and planned events that will take place within the framework of the international Festival.

The head of the exhibition company Art Expo Anna Mysina introduced visitors to the amazing history of the exhibition and shared her impressions of the exhibits in other cities. “11 years ago, the first photo contest was held, which was attended by 100,000 photos from 10,000 authors from 130 countries. Grandiose selection was made, and the international jury noted the best works” – Anna Nikolaevna told.

Deputy head of the Department of ecology of the Voronezh city administration Vyacheslav Drygin noted the importance of the event, congratulated everyone on the opening of the photo exhibition and wished a pleasant and informative viewing.

Vladimir Golub, the head of fotum photo center and Voronezh photographer, thanked the Museum management for the opportunity to present wonderful pictures, and also announced interesting events that will be held in the creative atmosphere of the Golden Turtle international wildlife Festival, noting that many of them will be held by his students.

The festival will last until may 20, 2018 (inclusive).