About Us
A Mission of Cultural Preservation
The Russian Center is a San Francisco-based California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating Russian heritage and culture. Through its library, museum, dance programs, children’s preschool, annual Slavic Festival, and community building events, the Russian Center fosters cultural appreciation, strengthens community connections, and helps pass traditions, language, and history on to future generations.​
Our Story
​The Russian Center of San Francisco was founded in 1939 by Russian immigrants to preserve, celebrate, and exhibit the rich cultural heritage of the Russian and Slavic diaspora through community programs and events. ​​Our mission of preserving Russian-American heritage and culture continues to this day.
Our cultural center includes a museum and library, a bilingual pre-school, children's folk dance classes, and annual festivals. We welcome all individuals interested in Slavic and Russian culture. We provide community building opportunities for Slavic immigrants and serve as a community hub with our Russian-American Directory.
We strive to foster a deeper appreciation of Russian heritage, history, language, arts and traditions to inspire future generations.​​​ As a San Francisco California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (FEIN 94-0822710), we do not engage in, support, or take positions on any political matters.
Board of Directors
We'd like to thank our dedicated Board Members who lead, guide and manage The Russian Center of San Francisco.
Name | Title |
|---|---|
Eugene Krassovsky | President |
Alexander Sinkevitch | Vice President |
Mikhael Balachov | Treasurer |
Larissa Murray | Secretary |
Greg Bogatsky | Board Member |
Anna Danich | Board Member |
Michael Danich | Board Member |
Alexei Klestoff | Board Member |
Illya Kulish | Board Member |
Ann Kutner | Board Member |
Nina Shikaloff | Board Member |
