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The Hedgehog Temple
Ukrainian burners invite you to join them in purchasing life-saving ambulances.
The goal is to raise $ 50,000 to buy evacuation vehicles and save lives.
This poignant and visually striking installation honors the sacrifices of the diverse Ukrainian creative community who lost their lives during the war, symbolizing protection, unity, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Project Partner:Leleka Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded in December 2014 when several Ukrainians living in the United States joined their efforts with several volunteer initiatives in Ukraine to procure and distribute medical and first-aid supplies to paramedics, emergency crews, and hospitals in the wake of the 2014 Russian aggression in the Eastern Ukraine and Crimea.
MORE THAN JUST HEDGEHOG
In August 2023, at Burning Man, Ukrainian burners unveiled the Hedgehog Temple, an art project constructed from anti-tank hedgehogs.Crafted from 6,000 pounds of steel and featuring 100 anti-tank hedgehogs, it's more than just an installation. It symbolizes the defense and unity of Ukrainians and pays tribute to those who lost their lives in the Russian-Ukrainian war.During the early days of the Russian invasion, Ukrainians constructed 300,000 makeshift hedgehog barriers to prevent tanks and protect their homes.The installation drew thousands of people who cried, prayed and discussed Ukraine. This year's art project should not end after the event; it holds much more significance and has the potential to save hundreds of lives of people who struggle for their freedom every day.
Art team
Many thanks to all of the team members who volunteered for the project. Many thanks to all the volunteers, partners and members of the Kurenivka camp, without whom this project would not have been possible. Many thanks to Burning Man community for supporting Ukrainian burners.
Artists
Yaroslav Korets, Olexandr SlobodianykKurenivka art group
Architects
Kiril Tsuman, Grisha Zotov
Crew
Anna Panchenko, Dmytro Pavlenko, Igor Panchenko, Ivan Alekseev, Leila Zhdanova, Mykyta Vashchenko, Mitya Zinoviev, Marina Malyarenko, Varvara Logvyn, Yaroslava Bagriy.
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