Y.N. Voronov Scientific and Cultural Centre

Y.N. Voronov Cultural Science Centre - A scientific and educational site dedicated to the preservation, study and promotion of the scientific and cultural heritage of a distinguished Abkhaz archaeologist, historian and public figure, Yuri Nikolaevich Voronov.

The Centre brings together research, museum, education and cultural and educational activities, working with the academic archives, organizing scientific and educational activities, carrying out educational programmes for children and young people, and developing the Yasochka Memorial Museum.
Yuri Nikolaevich Voronov (1941–1995) was a well-known archaeologist, historian, publicist and social activist who made a significant contribution to the study of the ancient and medieval history of Abkhazia.

For many years he has carried out archaeological research, participated in expeditions, studied ancient monuments and the preservation of historical and cultural heritage, and is the author of numerous scientific works, books and publications, and his research remains an important part of the archaeological study of Abkhazia.
The Y.N. Voronov Scientific and Cultural Centre systemizes and digitizes Y.N. Vornov's archive, maintains diaries, correspondence and other documents of the scientist, and works are under way to create a digital archive and back-up of materials

The Centre is also preparing regular issues of the Raven Collection, reprinting rare scientific writings by Y.N. Voronov with comments, and participating in conferences and scientific projects.

An important part of the Centre's work is the Yasochka Memorial Museum, which contains items, documents and other materials related to the life and scientific activities of Y.N. Voronov.

The specialists carry out inventories and scientific descriptions of museum objects, identify sites that need restoration and work on the development of museum exhibits.
There is a children's archaeological club that provides basic archaeology, lectures, field practice and camera treatment of archaeological materials.

The PRO-Archeology project provides lectures to scientists and specialists, as well as workshops on restoration and 3D modelling.
Family guided tours are organized as part of the Day off Club, during which participants learn about archaeological monuments and the historical and cultural heritage of Abkhazia
One important project is the annual "Roronian Readings", which brings together scientists, teachers, students, museum specialists and researchers, and a compilation of scientific materials is being published as a result of the events.

Activities of the Y.N. Centre for Scientific and Cultural Affairs The aim of the raronov is to preserve the scientific heritage of the scientist while continuing his work — the study of the history, archaeology and cultural heritage of Abkhazia. Its work not only preserves historical memory but also makes knowledge of the archaeology and history of Abkhazia available to new generations.