Cities Under Siege: Kyiv and Odesa

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The Maidan, Khreschatyk Street and the St. Sophia and St. Michael's complexes in 19th Century Kyiv.
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The Maidan, Khreschatyk Street and the St. Sophia and St. Michael's complexes in 19th Century Kyiv.

Kyiv and Odesa are cities rich in cultural history, each with a unique urban fabric. As Ukraine grapples with the terror of war, the fate of these cities, their architecture and built heritage is uncertain. Join Professor Matthew Bell, FAIA, as he discusses the urban and architectural histories of these two cities and his ongoing research on the reconstruction of cities after catastrophic events.