Saint Petersburg Manege

The Manege Central Exhibition Hall, located at St. Isaac's Square in St. Petersburg, Russia, is the largest display space in central St. Petersburg. It offers a variety of facilities for meetings, conferences, and events, making it an ideal venue for engaging with contemporary and retrospective art through exhibitions, workshops, lectures, film screenings, and concerts.

Function Rooms and Capacities

• Exhibition Spaces:

• The hall features 150,000 square feet of contiguous exhibition space that can be broken into three separate halls of approximately 50,000 square feet each. This space is highly versatile and can be configured to accommodate various types of events.

• Workshops and Lecture Rooms:

• Manege offers a range of workshop and lecture rooms designed for interactive sessions and educational programs. These rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure engaging and informative experiences.

• Film Screenings and Concerts:

• The hall is equipped with facilities for film screenings and concerts, providing a unique setting for cultural events.

• Meeting Rooms:

• Manege includes various meeting rooms that can be used for smaller gatherings or breakout sessions. These rooms are designed to facilitate professional exchange and socializing in the cultural realm.

Services

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The exhibition hall is equipped with state-of-the-art exhibition facilities installed during its major refurbishment in 2013-2016.

• Educational Programs: An educational program aimed at both adults and children ensures that visitors of all ages can engage with the art.

• Cultural Programs: The hall serves as a forum for socializing and professional exchange in the cultural realm, hosting a variety of cultural events.

• Unique Location: Manege’s unique location in the heart of St. Petersburg makes it a key point of attraction on the city’s creative map.

Historical Significance

The Manege Central Exhibition Hall occupies the building of the historical riding hall of the Horse Guards regiment, designed by Giacomo Quarenghi in 1807. Over the centuries, the building has undergone significant changes, reflecting the dramatic transformations in Russia’s history. Today, it stands as one of the city’s leading exhibition venues, blending historical significance with modern functionality.