AESTHETIC AND CULTURAL ASPECTS OF THE REPRESENTATION OF 20TH–21ST CENTURY FINE ART IN MUSEUM PRACTICES OF VOLYN: BETWEEN TRADITION AND MODERNITY

Abstract

The article examines the museum practices of Volyn aimed at the preservation, research, and promotion of 20th–21st century fine art. It analyzes exhibition and collection approaches to the representation of artistic heritage in the Volyn Regional Museum of Local History, the Art Museum in Lutsk, and the Korsaks’ Museum of Contemporary Ukrainian Art. The study identifies transformations in museum activities toward the integration of contemporary art, the use of digital technologies, and the development of interactive forms of communication with the audience. The article highlights the balance between traditional forms of museum representation and innovative approaches to visualizing the artistic process within the regional cultural space.The purpose of the article – а comprehensive analysis of the development and presentation of 20th–21st century fine art in the museum practices of the Volyn region, with a particular focus on studying ways to combine traditional methods of museum exhibition with innovative contemporary approaches. The article aims to reveal the role of Volyn museums in preserving artistic heritage, adapting collections to new socio-cultural challenges, and identifying prospects for the further development of museum activities in the context of modern technologies and cultural transformations.The research methodology is based on the principles and tools of analysis and synthesis, including systemic, typological, historical, logical, comparative, art historical, and cultural analysis.A scientific innovation of the research The study involves a comprehensive investigation of museum activities in the Volyn region in the context of representing 20th–21st century fine art, with an emphasis on the interaction between traditional and contemporary approaches. It analyzes not only the historical development of museum collections and exhibitions but also the integration of innovative technologies such as digital installations, VR, and interactive formats, which have been actively, applied in the region’s museum practices since the early 21st century.Conclusions. A study of museum practices in Volyn in the field of 20th–21st century fine art demonstrates that the region’s museums successfully combine traditional methods with modern technologies and innovative approaches.By preserving and promoting collections that encompass a wide range of artistic styles, Volyn’s museums play a key role in safeguarding cultural heritage and shaping regional identity. Since the beginning of the 21st century, there has been an active introduction of digital formats, interactive installations, and new curatorial strategies, which contribute to expanding the audience and enhancing the level of art education. Particularly significant is the period from 2022 onwards, when museums in the region began actively responding to contemporary socio-cultural challenges through thematic exhibitions and educational initiatives.