National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre Museum
National film archive and cultural center in Kyiv
A Kyiv film archive and cultural centre dedicated to Oleksandr Dovzhenko and Ukrainian cinema; it runs screenings, festivals, archives and film research activities.
National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre at a Glance#
About National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre#
The National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre in Kyiv is Ukraine’s principal film archive and cultural centre named after filmmaker Oleksandr Dovzhenko. It houses film collections, restoration facilities and screening spaces for cinema programming.
The centre serves as the national repository for Ukrainian cinema and runs public programs including film festivals, retrospectives and educational events. It is a working conservation and research institution as well as a public cultural venue.
The organisation developed from Soviet-era film institutions and was later restructured under independent Ukraine to preserve and promote national film heritage. It continues to expand conservation and public programming in support of Ukrainian cinema.
Located in Kyiv, the centre operates archival, screening and restoration facilities that serve both professionals and the public within the capital.
- Archive and screenings: Combines archive, restoration workshops and public cinemas, so visitors can sometimes see restored Ukrainian films or special retrospectives.
What to See#
- Film archive: Houses the national film archive and preservation collections, including reels, negatives and documentation for Ukrainian cinema.
- Screening halls: Contains screening halls used for public film showings, festivals and retrospectives, as well as educational programs and special events.
- Restoration and conservation: Operates film restoration and conservation facilities that undertake digital and physical preservation work on historical Ukrainian films.
Tips for Visiting National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre#
- Check the centre's screening schedule and book tickets in advance-special retrospectives, restorations and festival events are the main reason to visit and can sell out.
- Contact the centre ahead if you want archive access or guided tours; research materials and restored-film showings often require appointments or have limited capacity.
- Plan to attend an evening screening when discussions or Q&As occasionally follow-those sessions are where the centre's programming is most active.
Best Time to Visit National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre#
For film screenings and events, autumn and winter bring the most programming; summer tends to be quieter.
Weather & Climate near National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre#
National Oleksandr Dovzhenko Film Centre's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (611 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -8° | 39 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 0° | -7° | 36 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 33 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.3h |
| June | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 18° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 16.2h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 24° | 20° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 24° | 19° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 2.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.3h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 4° - 12° | 7° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -1° | 48 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 0° | -6° | 45 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
