“LISTEN” Exhibition

In response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the War Childhood Museum launched “LISTEN,” a pop-up exhibition designed to uphold its mission by spotlighting the experiences of children impacted by war. The exhibition aims to foster empathy in viewers and prompt collective action for a peaceful future.

“LISTEN” centers on WCM’s Ukraine collection, supported by ongoing documentation from its Kyiv office. Initially showcasing objects and stories from children affected by the Donbas War and Crimea occupation (documented by the WCM from 2018 to 2022), it was later expanded to include experiences from the full-scale invasion.

“LISTEN” has traveled to six European countries, showcased at prominent venues such as the Council of Europe in Strasbourg and the International Council of Museums (ICOM) General Conference in Prague.

WCM’s Founder, Jasminko Halilovic, at the opening of LISTEN at the Council of Europe: We expect more support for children in Ukraine

Play Video

The “LISTEN”exhibition timeline

1

March 2022

LISTEN presented first time in Belgrade, Serbia, hosted by YIHR Serbia.
2

April 2022

LISTEN presented in Prishtina, Kosovo.
3

June 2022

LISTEN exhibition opens at the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, France, with support of CoE Commissioner for Human Rights.
4

August 2022

The WCM presents LISTEN as a part of the 2022 ICOM General Conference held in Prague, Czech Republic.
5

December 2022

LISTEN exhibition opens at the Heeswijk Castle, located near Eindhoven, Netherlands.
6

May 2023

LISTEN presented as a special guest of Romania’s European Night of Museums in Bucharest.
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-1-Copy
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-10-Copy
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-2-Copy
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-6-Copy
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-11-Copy
WCM-_-Listen-_-CoE-_-June2022-12-Copy
Listen Bucharest
Listen Bucharest
Listen Bucharest
WCM_Prague4
Pop-up exhibition LISTEN at ICOM Conference
Stuffed toy (Ukraine) on display
Audience at the opening
Donate to the WCM

Support the War Childhood Museum

The War Childhood Museum is an independent non-for-profit museum not funded by government. In addition to institutional donors and partners, the Museum has been receiving support from dedicated individuals and friends from its very opening. Become a friend and support the WCM.