The main character of the project

Georg Magnus Sprengtporten was the General of the rulers of the two great states

Painter: Georg Johann Heytman (1800 – 1829), a copy of a painting by George Dawe (1781-1829). Dimensions: 31,2 x 24,5 cm. Paper, lithographic picture. Collection: The State Hermitage Museum. Source: hermitagemuseum.org

The project consists of two parts. The first one includes the research work on the project topic in archives and libraries in Finland and Russia, the development of tourist products and services and a virtual museum creation.

The second part supposes construction and repair works. The renovation of the historic building of the first military school is underway in Finland. It is planned to build a new entrance to the building, as well as reconstruct Sprengtporten’s room. On the Russian side, it is planned to create three historical workshops and a historical exhibition.

This project offers the participation of young people who will gain knowledge of history and acquire the skills of information retrieval and its application. They will also learn about entrepreneurship in the field of tourism and will participate in the development of tourist products and services.