Russia Opens 137 Schools of Creative Industries Across 68 Regions
Deputy Culture Minister Zhanna Alekseyeva said a modern interpretation of Russian cities' history is needed to attract younger tourists.

Russia has opened 137 schools of creative industries across 68 regions of the country, according to TASS.
Deputy Culture Minister Zhanna Alekseyeva said the initiative reflects a broader push to reinterpret the history of Russian cities in a modern way, with the aim of attracting younger tourists.
The schools are intended to support the development of creative industries in Russian regions, though the report did not specify the exact curriculum or scale of enrollment at each location.
The initiative fits within a wider effort by Russian cultural authorities to promote domestic tourism and engage younger generations with the country's cultural heritage through contemporary formats.
Further details on funding, timelines for expansion, or specific programs offered at the new schools were not included in the initial report.
Sources
- Russia opens 137 schools of creative industries in 68 regions — TASS (Russia)
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