On April 10, 2025, the exhibition hall of the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan hosted the grand opening ceremony of a creative exhibition entitled "Glorification of the Turkmen Horse in the Visual Arts of a Peaceful Country", dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust and the National Holiday of the Turkmen Horse. The Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan paid great attention to the organization of this event. The exhibition became a significant occasion for the faculty and students of the "Architecture" Department of the Faculty of Architecture and Construction of the Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute, emphasizing the importance of the Akhal-Teke horse—one of the most valuable symbols of the national heritage of the Turkmen people—in visual art.
The main goal of the exhibition was to promote the history, cultural significance, and achievements of our country on the path to peace through creative works dedicated to the Turkmen horse. For centuries, the Turkmen horse has been a symbol of pride, glory, and spiritual richness of the Turkmen people. In accordance with the spirit of 2025, declared the Year of Peace and Trust, the exhibition conveyed the country's principles of peacefulness, neutrality policy, and path of friendship through artistic expression. The exhibition also contributed to fostering patriotism among the younger generation and promoting Turkmen art worldwide.
The opening ceremony was held at a high level. The event saw active participation from the leaders of the Ministry of Culture, art figures, and the faculty and students of the Architecture Department of the Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute.
The exhibition featured a variety of works showcasing the role of the Turkmen horse in visual art. These works covered different art forms such as sculpture, carpet weaving, painting, graphics, and decorative-applied arts. The main theme of the exhibition was to convey the beauty, power, and spiritual depth of the Turkmen people through the image of the Turkmen horse.
Sculptors masterfully brought to life dynamic and majestic images of the Turkmen horse in three-dimensional works, expressing the vitality, loyalty, and deep connection to Turkmen land. Carpet weavers depicted the Turkmen horse on carpets, expanding the richness of national traditions and art. Painters and graphic artists illustrated the harmony of the horse with nature, the beauty of the Turkmen steppes, and the feeling of peace embodied in the horse’s spirit. Masters of decorative-applied arts presented various decorative items associated with the horse theme.
One of the highlights of the exhibition was the presentation of works prepared for participation in a national competition dedicated to the National Holiday of the Turkmen Horse. These pieces stood out for their high level of professional skill and creative inspiration. Special attention was also given to the works of young artists and students, offering them broad opportunities to demonstrate their artistic talents.
The faculty and students of the "Architecture" Department of the Faculty of Architecture and Construction actively took part in the exhibition. Their works also reflected the architectural representation of the Turkmen horse. The works showcased their high creative potential and strong desire to contribute to the development of national culture.
The exhibition left a strong impression on its visitors and further reinforced the importance of the Turkmen horse in visual arts. Participants highly praised the works that glorified the peace-loving values of the Turkmen people, its neutrality policy, and cultural wealth. The presented works became a result of harmonious collaboration between young talents and experienced masters in the art field, instilling hope for the future development of Turkmen art.
This exhibition entered history as an important cultural event, once again confirming the place of the Turkmen horse in the hearts of the people. It also played a significant role in developing the creative abilities of youth, strengthening patriotic spirit, and promoting Turkmen art on the world stage.
The creative exhibition “Glorification of the Turkmen Horse in the Visual Arts of a Peaceful Country” became another remarkable event for artists and young students. Organized in honor of the National Holiday of the Turkmen Horse, it showcased the country’s achievements in peace and trust, the richness of cultural heritage, and the heights of its art. Held at the exhibition hall of the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan, the event united the creative talents of youth and masters, once again proving the immense power of the spiritual wealth of the Turkmen people.
