The Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala used its official Twitter account on November 4, 2025, to announce several cultural initiatives and events. The tweets highlighted the inauguration of a photographic exhibition at the Palacio Nacional de la Cultura and a ballet masterclass led by Russian dancer Lina Sheveleva.
In a tweet posted on November 4, 2025, the ministry stated: "#Guatemala | Este 4 de noviembre se inauguró en el Palacio Nacional de la Cultura una emotiva exposición fotográfica que enmarca en la conmemoración del 82 aniversario de este edificio histórico.
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#ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero".
Later that day, another post elaborated on the event: "#Guatemala | 82 años de historia, arte y dedicación.
El Palacio Nacional de la Cultura inauguró una exposición fotográfica en homenaje a sus 131 trabajadores, quienes con compromiso y entrega mantienen viva la esencia de este ícono nacional.
#ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero https://t.co/keNQoAoC3e". The exhibition commemorates both the anniversary of the historic building and recognizes the contributions of its staff.
Additionally, the ministry reported on an educational initiative involving classical dance training. In a tweet from November 4, 2025, it shared: "#Guatemala | La bailarina y maestra rusa Lina Sheveleva, impartió la primera clase intensiva de técnica clásica a las y los integrantes del @BNC_Mertins, a las alumnas graduandas y alumno de la Escuela Nacional de Danza “Marcelle Bonge de Devaux”. https://t.co/dYO1GUZrg0". This activity involved students from national dance institutions and members of Ballet Nacional de Guatemala.
The Palacio Nacional de la Cultura is recognized as one of Guatemala’s most significant architectural landmarks and serves as a venue for major cultural events. Its anniversaries are often marked with exhibitions and public activities honoring both its history and those who maintain it.
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