A museum in Dnipropetrovsk region showcases unique shawls (PHOTOS).

At the Pokrovsk City Folk Historical and Local Lore Museum named after M. Zanudka, located in the Dnipropetrovsk region, the Day of the Ukrainian Scarf is not just a date on the calendar, but a true event. This was reported by "Vydomo" referencing Vesti Pridneprovia.

Every year, the museum becomes a hub for studying and celebrating this significant element of Ukrainian culture. This is hardly surprising, as the museum staff, who have dedicated many years to researching the history of Ukrainian clothing, have assembled a truly unique collection of scarves.

The exhibition impresses with its variety: from simple yet charming cotton scarves passed down through generations to luxurious silk and wool pieces adorned with embroidery, beads, and fabric appliqués in the shape of roses, peonies, and other flowers.

Particular attention is drawn to the scarves decorated with traditional Ukrainian toroks – a complex and striking type of embroidery often used to embellish festive scarves. Each scarf is not merely a piece of fabric but a keeper of history. Within its folds are captured memories of daily life and celebrations, joys and sorrows of several generations of women. They hold the warmth of their owners’ hands, reflect their individuality and tastes, and testify to the traditions and customs of Dnipropetrovshchyna.

On the Day of the Ukrainian Scarf, Tatiana Podolchach, Lyudmila Karandei, and Marina Khoda, experienced museum staff, enthusiastically shared with visitors the intricacies of the history and symbolism of each exhibit, revealing interesting facts about how the motifs and techniques of decorations have evolved over the centuries, as well as the influence of fashion and social changes on the choice of fabrics and patterns.

A master class was also held, where participants were not only able to see various scarf-tying techniques but also practiced them hands-on.

Previously, we reported that "New Year with the Museum" took place in Dnipro. As part of the festive event, residents of Dnipro learned about the history of New Year's traditions in the region.