Tribute to Energy Workers in Kyiv

A new mini sculpture has been unveiled near the Kyiv Opera, honoring energy workers. This jubilee, 50th sculpture of the cultural project "Look for!" is titled "People-Pillars".

In 1890, the first city power plant began operation in Kyiv, illuminating the City Theater (now the National Opera), several buildings, and streetlights on Khreshchatyk, which became the first illuminated street. That same year, five large lanterns lit up Volodymyrska Hill, a favorite walking spot for Kyiv residents.

These events marked the beginning of a new life for the city. The bronze sculpture is a tribute to the energy workers who once brought light to Kyiv and continue to protect it. Although the power station and old theater no longer exist, the memory of this transformative period lives on. The new sculpture was installed right there.

The sculpture features power line designs shaped like energy workers, with chestnut trees from Kyiv adorning their chests. There’s a button on the side that, when pressed, illuminates the sculpture.

"This sculpture is a gratitude to the energy workers. It was during the full-scale war that we realized how vital their work is," said Yulia Bevzenko.

Location: facade of the Leonardo Business Center, Bohdan Khmelnytsky Street, 52

Sign: Press the button to turn on the light.