The young researchers presented their findings and discussed pressing issues of history and culture in Ukraine. A dozen reports were heard. During the conference the participants discussed various aspects of the history of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and Preserve – the lives of Saints, the unique cave systems, printing and painting masterpieces, and traditions of pedagogical excellence.

The National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve is preparing for Easter, one of the greatest Christian holidays. Land improvement works and completion works on architectural monuments are being carried out. Employees are preparing for the opening of the festive Velykodnia Kraina (Easter Country) at the Lavra. A maze of obstacles is being set up for children. An Easter tree is being created, which everyone will be able to decorate with self-made painted Easter eggs.

On April 18, 2016, on the International Day of Monuments and Sites and the Day of Monuments of History and Culture of Ukraine, the National Kyiv Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve, in cooperation with the State Agency for Promotion of Culture of Ukraine, presented an exhibition by the Ukrainian artist and Candidate of Art Lesia Maidanets “Velykodni Dzvony” (Easter bells), as well as master classes on Easter eggs painting and engraving.

The National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve held the tutorial workshop of deputy directors for training activities of Kyiv educational institutions on April 14, 2016. The representatives of Kyiv higher educational establishments were invited to participate in the workshop. The workshop was organized by the Kyiv Higher Vocational School of Clothes Technology and Design and National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Preserve.