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May 11, 2026 Events

The National Library of Armenia (NLA) celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of the famous Armenian poetess, writer, translator and public figure, member of the Writers' Union of Armenia Metakse. An exhibition of Metaxe's literature, photographs, and personal belongings was displayed in the small exhibition hall of the NLA, which gave the attendees the opportunity to re-evaluate the poetess' creative path and the rich cultural heritage she left behind. The NLA Circulation Department's Scientific and Current Press Reading Room staff took the initiative to organize the exhibition. Arevik Zakharyan, Head of the Scientific and Current Press Reading Room, welcomed guests and gave a presentation on the exhibition, highlighting the significance of Metakse's literary legacy and her unique position in Armenian literature.
The poetess' daughter, poetess Lilit Aghagulyan, spoke about her mother with warm memories, presenting both her human character and her creative world. She also touched upon the new initiatives expected during the jubilee year and the planned grand celebration. Literary critic Karo Vardanyan spoke about her friendship with Metakse, recalling her closeness with Hovhannes Shiraz, Paruyr Sevak, Gevorg Emin, and Vahagn Davtyan. Her memories revealed a period when literature was not only a work of art, but also a space of deep human relationships and intellectual fellowship.
Metakse's life and work were also discussed by the compiler of Metakse's biography, lecturer of the Chair of Museology, Library and Bibliography of the Faculty of Culture of the Kh. Abovyan ASPU, Ph.D. Armine Hakobyan, presenting the importance of studying and preserving his literary heritage. Honored Artist of the Republic of Armenia Mayranush Grigoryan read from Metakse's works. Prose writer, art critic Seyranuhi Geghamyan and other intellectuals also spoke. A variety of personal belongings, including glasses, a bag, a fan, her husband's watch, which Metakse wore after his death, and other intriguing specimens, were on display in addition to Metakse's artwork, press articles, reviews, and photographs.
