The opening ceremony of "Elbasy and the History of Independent Kazakhstan" exhibition hall was held in Local History Museum of Atyrau region on December 1 - the Day of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Akim of Atyrau region Makhambet Dosmukhambetov and member of the Atyrau branch of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan, chairman of the Georgian ethno-cultural association "Iveria" Zurab Bobokhidze cut the ribbon of the hall dedicated to the First President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev. In his speech, the head of the region described in detail the great work of the President for the benefit of the country.

The cultural event was attended by Yerkin Abil, head of the exposition and exhibitions service of the President's Library, director of the State Historical Institute, representatives of the regional department of culture, archives and documentation, members of the museum's scientific council, professors, historians, local historians and students of Kh. Dosmukhamedov Atyrau State University.

The exposition hall of the museum, which preserves the valuable artifacts of the Atyrau region and promotes the high value of historical artifacts, displays historical information about the life of the First President, photos of his youth and public life. In the special hall, archival documents, reflecting the historical moments of the work done by the Leader of the Nation in ruling  and developing the country, were presented to the public. In this hall, a special place was given to the Constitution and national symbols of the Republic of Kazakhstan, documentary information on the introduction of the national currency, the establishment of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan's membership in the United Nations. References and photos depicting the achievements of Atyrau region in the years of independence in the economy and culture were posted. The audience viewed photos taken during the President's visit to Atyrau region, as well as photo exhibits showing the historical moments of the first launch of such large enterprises as Tengizchevroil LLP, AtyrauMunayMash LLP. In addition, samples of the first coins of the sovereign country, published on the initiative of a great man, were presented to the public in this hall.

A meeting of the Republican Council was held in the Local History Museum of Atyrau region on the basis of the resolution of the international scientific-practical conference "Ulug Ulus - the Golden Horde" in the framework of

the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan. At the beginning of the meeting, Akim of the region Makhambet Zholdaskaliyevich said that the revival of the forgotten history of the Golden Horde is one of the most urgent and actual issues

of our time. He stressed that it is the duty of each of us to glorify the greatness of the Ulug Ulus, which is the basis for the formation of today's Kazakhstan as a state.

The Republican Council approved a five-year plan based on the conference resolution. A local historian, member of the Writers' Union of Kazakhstan, Honorary Journalist of Kazakhstan Tolegen Zhanabay, Director of the Institute of State History Yerkin Abil,

Director of the Saraishyk State Museum Reserve Abylseit Mukhtar, archeologist, Candidate of Historical Sciences Marat Kassenov , the head of the regional department of culture, archives and documentation Akylbek Ryskaliyev read reports on the Golden Horde

and shared his views on the historical cities and ancient Saraishyk in the region.

A specially prepared film about Kazakh history was presented at the ceremony. The meeting was also attended by members of the scientific council of the museum, representatives of the regional department of culture, archives and documentation, professors

of Kh. Dosmukhamedov Atyrau State University, historians and local historians.

In the Local History Museum of Atyrau region within the framework of the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan based on the resolution of the international scientific-practical conference "Ulug Ulus – the Golden Horde" opened " Ulug

Ulus – the Golden Horde " exhibition hall. Akim of Atyrau region Makhambet Dosmukhambetov and director of the Institute of State History of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerkin Abil opend in a solemn ceremony.

Restored, preserved versions of historical artifacts associated with the Golden Horde period were presented to the public in the exhibition hall. The eye-catching hall was decorated with information about the political structure

of the Great Nation, the history and economic development of the Golden Horde, which served as a bridge between East and West. There is information about the life and methods of governing the country of the rulers of the Golden Horde, such as Batu Khan, Berke

Khan, Monke Temir Khan, Tokta Khan (Toktay), Uzbek Khan, Zhanibek Khan, Berdibek Khan, Toktamys Khan. It was noted that the legal order of the state at that time was based on the 17-point law "Yassa", based on the nomadic lifestyle of Genghis Khan, and the

list of laws was presented to the public. Information about military affairs and symbols of the Golden Horde period, types of weapons and pottery used in that period were also displayed in this hall. The collection of coins and paiza minted in the cities of

the Great Ulus has been one of the most valuable artifacts for centuries. Evidence of the high level of development of literature and science during the Great Empire, historical data on the rise of the state and the strengthening of relations with neighboring

countries.Part of the special hall provided information about the capitals of the Ulug Ulus - the Golden Horde, such as Sarai Batu, Sarai Berke, Saraishyk and other cities such as Yangikent, Suzak, Sauran, Syganak, Otyrar, Ispidzhab, Zhend. Detailed information

about the medieval cities of Aktobe-Laeti, Kyzylkorgan, Taskeshu caravanserai and caravan routes in the Atyrau region, as well as pots and jars, stone mills and candles, candlestick and plates, parts of wall tiles and sewer systems, beads and bone products

were exhibited. The books of the Koran and the comments to the Koran studied by the Imams of that time were revered as a tabarak from the mystical age, and were placed on chairs covered with Arabic writing.

In the exhibition hall there is also a special tablet with information about the important historical role of the Jochi Ulus in the formation of the Kazakh statehood and about archeologists, ethno-archeologists who conducted

excavations on the site of the cities of the Golden Horde. All the information on the thematic tablets in this hall, which is reminiscent of the Middle Ages, is presented in Kazakh, Russian and English.

A presentation of the temporary traveling exposition "Pearl of the Great Steppe" of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region dedicated to the Day of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held in Miyaly village

of Kyzylkoga district on the 30th anniversary of Independence.Akim of Kyzylkoga district Nursultan Bissembiyev, deputies of the district maslikhat, akims of rural districts and labor veterans, employees of various spheres and residents of the district took

part in the opening ceremony of the exhibition in the district museum.Akim of the district Nursultan Orakuly spoke at the cultural event and said that the promotion of our most valuable artifacts to the people of the district will expand the spiritual field

of the local population and create a positive attitude to the history of the country.During the event, akim of the district handed over a letter of thanks dedicated to the management of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region to the employee of the regional

museum Yerlan Tlekkabylov. After that, local historian, Honorary Citizen of Kyzylkoga district Kumar Khasanov spoke about the historical sites and valuable artifacts of the region and wished success to the exhibition, which provides a wealth of information

about the history of the region. In turn, the employee of the regional museum Yerlan Konyskereyevich presented a letter of thanks from the head of the regional museum Rashida Kharipova to the administration, which supported the exhibition, and presented the

Kyzylkoga district museum with a 5-volume scientific catalog of artifacts of the Atyrau regional museum.

The traveling exposition, which was visited by Kyzylkoga residents from November 30 to December 6, 2017, included the reconstruction of the Sarmatian woman "Pearl of the Great Steppe" found in Miyaly burial mounds, birch bark,

iron bow arrows, bronze arrowheads, horse harnesses, belts and clothing stickers.

Following the results of work of the international scientific-practical conference "The Great Nation - the Golden Horde" which has taken place on October 27-29, 2021 in Atyrau, the following resolution has been accepted:

1. Systematization of the international historiography of the Golden Horde civilization in terms of a new global perspective; In order to scientifically clarify the place of the history of the Golden Horde in world history,

to conduct a comprehensive study at the international level in the study of political, social, ethnogenetic and cultural development between the Golden Horde and Deshti-Kipchak; Scientific determination of the historical continuity of the problem of peculiarities

and uniqueness in the issue of traditional power in the Golden Horde. Strengthening ties between foreign scholars studying the Golden Horde era and the country's humanitarian institutes, launching joint projects;

2. Altyn Orda - opening of a research center funded from the national budget to study the role of Jochi Ulus in the history of the Kazakh Khanate, taking into account the important historical role of Jochi Ulus in the formation

of the Kazakh statehood and the Kazakh people;

3. Introduce the results of archeological excavations of the Golden Horde period into scientific circulation and supervise the scientific organization at the international level, presenting restored, conserved versions of historical

artifacts to the public in the exposition and exhibition work. Continuous archeological excavations in the cities and settlements of the Golden Horde period and its financing at the governmental level;

4.Taking into consideration the lack of specialists in the study of the history of ethnic relations between the Golden Horde - Jochi Ulys and the Kazakh Khanate in the history of ancient and medieval Kazakhstan, the recommendation

was addressed to the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan to increase the number of educational grants in these specialties;

5. If we consider that today the group "History and Archeology" is considered together in educational programs, it is known that due to the limited number of grants, there is a clear shortage of professionals in society. In

this regard, in order to address the key issue, to propose to the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan to consider the division of these educational groups into individual educational programs and specialties "History", "Archeology",

"Museums and Monuments";

6. Creation of a separate exhibition exposition dedicated to the history of state studies in the National Museum of Kazakhstan (Nur-Sultan) ;
7. Development of historical and cultural tourism on the basis of Saraishyk and Ulytau monuments;
8. Popularization of the main historical symbols of the history of Kazakhstan in the Golden Horde: Jochi, Batu, Berke, Tuka-Temir, Nogai, Uzbek-khan, Zhanibek-khan, Urus-khan, Edige-bi, Toktamysh-khan, etc .;
9. Recognition of Kazakhstan in the international arena as the successor of the Great Steppe Empire, including the Golden Horde;
10. Carrying out educational programs on state TV channels and well-known domestic news agencies to promote the history of the Great Nation through the media and Internet resources;
11. In this case, it is possible to open a permanent Internet resource (channel), through which well-known specialists, scientists, publicists can consider the possibility of describing the history and culture of the Golden

Horde and Turkic states and the lives of famous figures from a scientific view;

12. Installation of a monument to Kassym Khan in Atyrau region;
13. Establishment of the Golden Horde Museum in Atyrau;
14. Carrying out of scientific exploration, archeological excavations in the cities of the Golden Horde in the territory of Atyrau region together with institutes.

The Local History Museum of Atyrau regional, which preserves the rich collection of historical artifacts of the region and promotes its invaluable value to the public, held a regular meeting of the Scientific Council.
As it is known, in accordance with the instructions of the President Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev on the occasion of the glorifying the Golden Horde, the Atyrau region hosted an international scientific-practical conference "Ulug Ulus - Golden Horde". The resolution of the conference was adopted at the event lasted for 3 days on the basis of the comments and reports of the historians-scientists from different parts of our country. In this document, the proposal to create an exhibition hall "Ulug Ulus - Golden Horde" in the Local History Museum of Atyrau region was approved. On this basis, the scientific concept of the exhibition hall was approved in accordance with the decision of the meeting of the Academic Council established at the museum.

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The Local History Museum of Atyrau regional hosted a historical and educational lesson on "Leader of the oil ocean" dedicated to the 105th anniversary of the State Prize Laureate of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Honored Oil Worker of the USSR Zholdaskali Dosmukhambetov.
The event was attended by students of K. Dutbayeva Pedagogical College and specialists of the museum. Participants of the lesson saw the orders and medals of the famous oilman, who twice became a deputy of the Supreme Soviet of the Kazakh SSR, "Badge of Honor", "Red Banner of Labor", "Lenin", "October Revolution".
It was noted at the event that Zholdaskali Akhmetuly, who made a significant contribution to the development of Kazakhstan's oil, was the first scientist to introduce a seismic method of oil exploration in the Emba field. In addition, the exposition of documents and photos collected in the museum fund of the Honorary Oilman was explained in detail.
The course was conducted by Azhar Karamurzina, a specialist of the research sector of general and modern history of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region.

The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted an exhibition "Bokei Horde - the heritage of the country" in the framework of the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the 220th anniversary of the Bukey Horde and the 180th anniversary of the first school in Kazakhstan - Zhangir School.
Within the framework of the exhibition, the life story of Makash Bekmukhamedov, a well-known Kazakh, Russian, Nogai and Kalmyk public figure, educator and scientist living in the Bukey Horde from the Volga-Urals, and various awards of the famous elder from the Russian Empire were presented to the public. These artifacts of Makash akim, who did a good deed for the colonial tsarist government and the native people, and were highly respected in the country, were brought from the funds of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region.

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Presentation of "Jewelry in the culture of the Great Steppe" exposition of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region continued in Zhylyoi district after Kurmangazy, Issatay, Inder districts.
At the opening ceremony in the exhibition hall of the district museum akim of the district Khalel Zhamalov noted the high historical value of the masterpieces and wished success to the exhibition. Kuantkan Sanakhayeva, a veteran of the museum industry, who has her own signature in the collection of historical values of Zhylyoi district, spoke at the cultural meeting, emphasizing that it is our duty to preserve the heritage of our ancestors and pass it on from generation to generation. The event was also attended by representatives of the district culture and veterans, members of the Mothers' Council under the district akim and art lovers.
Akim of the district Khalel Zhamalov and Honorary Citizen of Zhylyoi district, veteran of culture Nurdaulet Aknazarov opened the exhibition. Bazargul Khansultanova, an ethnographer of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region, presented the jewelry and praised the priceless value of historical artifacts.
After the presentation in the district center, the traveling exhibition continued its work in the villages of Zhem, Zhana Karaton, Kosshagyl, Kara Arna.

With respect to the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the articles of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev "Spiritual Revival: Orientation to the Future", "Seven Edges of the Great Steppe", the opening ceremony of "Jewelry in the culture of the Great Steppe" exposition was held in Inder district museum on November 1, 2021 to promote the distinctive heritage of Kazakh nation collected in Atyrau Local History Museum - the jewelry collection - to the people of the district. The event was attended by Deputy Akim of Inder district Gulnur Zhalgasovna, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, the President of the Republican Fund "Makhambet", Honorary Journalist of Kazakhstan, poet, writer, Honorary Citizen of Inder district Koishigul Umirovich, veterans, media representatives, heads of institutions, teachers, students, residents of the district. After the presentation in the Inder district museum, the exhibits were presented to the public in the cultural centers of Akkala, Yeltai, Bodene, Zharsuat villages. The spectators of every village flowed to see our historical values.

“Jewelry in the culture of the Great Steppe” exposition of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region continued its work in Issatay district after Kurmangazy district.
Deputy akim of the district Nurgaisha Abezhan, head of the department of internal policy and language development Armanbek Makhmutov, head of the district department of culture and physical culture, sports Seitzhan Begessinov, veteran of the best civil service Madi Utegaliyev, honorary citizen of Issatai district Kurmet Toleuishov, heads of district departments, employees of institutions, craftsmen and employees of the department of culture took part in the opening ceremony.
82 pieces of jewelry from the collection of ethnographic artifacts of the XIX-XX centuries in the fund of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region were presented at the event dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The masters of handicrafts of the district Gulzira Kuashevna, Ulzhan Kabizhanovna, Zhanar Amangeldiyevna also took part in the exhibition and presented their works to the public.
More than 250 residents of Akkystau village watched the exposition, which continued with the singing of the ensemble of grandmothers of Tushchykuduk rural district, the folk ensemble of Sh. Sharipov music school and the artist of the district House of Culture "Zhalyn" A. Mashayeva. After that, the jewelry exhibition presented its work on October 26-29 in Tushykuduk, Khamit Yergaliyev, Orken, Zhanbay villages of Isatai district.

Regarding 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Museum of History and the Local History Museum of Atyrau region began "Jewelry in the culture of the Great Steppe" exposition parade from Kurmangazy district. The Head of District Culture and Language Development Department Ziyada Zholamanova and "Honorary Citizen" of Kurmangazy district Umirzak Kazhymgaliyuly were honored to open the ceremony.

82 pieces of jewelry from the collection of ethnographic artifacts of the XIX-XX centuries in the fund of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region were exhibited at the exposition. The event was attended by "Honorary Citizens" of Kurmangazy district Oryngali Kumargaliyuly, Tanatar Dareluly, Kadirbay Zhandybayuly, Rifkhat Mugalimuly, secretary of the district maslikhat Bolat Zhugunisov, deputy akim of Kurmangazy rural district Merey Yessengeldiyuly, editor of the district publishing house "Serper" Ainagul Kunshuakkyzy, craftsmen of the district, and students of Abay secondary school.

420 residents of the district visited the exposition at the same time, which continued with the singing of artists of Koshekbayev House of Culture. After that, the exhibition of jewelry continued its work from 19 to 22 October in the settlements of Orly, Yenbekshi, Makash, Primorye, Kurmangazy district, and found favor in eyes of villager residents.

On October 27-29, Atyrau hosted an international scientific-practical conference "Great Ulhus - Golden Horde", which was attended by well-known scientists and historians from all over the country and abroad. During the three-day meeting, the history of the country, which ruled in the past centuries, was analyzed in detail. Historical data were presented and ways to further glorify the greatness of the Great Nation were considered.
The conference was attended by First Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Dauren Abayev, Minister of Education and Science Askhat Aimagambetov and national researchers and researchers from European, American, Turkish, Japanese, Russian and Ukrainian countries.
Opinions on the history of the Great Ulhus were exchanged, and the discussion of new facts began in the Abay Center. There were 4 consecutive panel meetings.
The first is "Cultural Heritage of the Golden Horde in the historical data”, in which the historians from near and far countries analyzed the peculiarities of the cultural heritage of the Great Horde and argued on size of the Golden Horde territory. Another panel is entitled as "Historical Significance of Archaeological Values". At the meeting, scientists praised the value of historical monuments from the Golden Horde era and explained that the artifacts found during the excavations belong to the Golden Horde. In addition, the results of archeological excavations in the Golden Horde cities and settlements of the Atyrau region, such as Aktobe-Laeti, were made public.
The panel "Features of the folklore of the Great Ulhus era" studied the historical records of the Golden Horde, and the historical roots of the Jochi ulus and Kazakh folklore were confirmed by new data. The fourth panel is entitled "Kassym Khan and Saraishyk: in the history of Kazakh statehood", which shows the status of the medieval city of Saraishyk in the Golden Horde and the peculiarities of the architectural monuments of the ancient city.
As part of the conference, an exhibition entitled "The Great Ulhus- the Golden Horde" was opened in the Palace of Ceremonies. The exhibition presented historical artifacts preserved in the funds of Local History Museum of Atyrau region, i.e., artifacts found during excavations at the sites of Saraishyk, Aktobe-Laeti and Taskeshu caravanserai. In addition, many people saw jewelry, bone and silver ornaments, numismatic and archeological values, found in 1909 in Saraishyk, with an excerpt from a poem by Yusuf Balasagun. In total, 256 exhibits from the museum's collection were presented at the exhibition.
The main plenary session of the international scientific-practical conference "Ulyk Ulhus – Golden Horde" was opened by the First Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Dauren Abayev and Akim of Atyrau region Makhambet Dosmukhambetov. Deputy Burkitbay Ayagan, Professor of Columbia University, Ph.D. (history) Yulay Shamiloglu, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor Madiyar Yeleuov, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor Abylseit Mukhtar presented to the public information about the deep history of the great nation.
As part of the conference, 315 valuable exhibits of the Local History Museum of Atyrau region were presented in four silver yurts in the ethno-village in Saraishyk village. Among them are two golden men found in Araltobe and Miyaly burial mounds, five weapons of a steppe hero, and various Kazakh jewelry. In addition, a collection of dombras donated by great people of our nation was presented at the exhibition. Museum staff explained to visitors the value and history of the exhibits.

The staff of the Local Museum of History of Atyrau Region organized a traveling exhibition “We are together” for the pupils of the “Special Social Services Center No. 3 on the occasion of the “Day of Good Deeds” on March 18.

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 On March 17, a literary event on the theme “Men egeuli naizamyn yegeskenge” dedicated to Makhambet poems took place in M. Utemissov Literary-Memorial, Historical Museum-Reserve, as part of a 10-day event dedicated to the celebration of the great holiday of Nauryz, on the Day of Memory of History.

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In order to familiarize students with new information about extinct animals, as well as to increase interest in the marine wildlife, an educational lesson on the topic "The Secret of the Chalk Mountains" was held using the ZOOM video communication program in the paleontological museum of the Local History Museum of Atyrau Region on March 16, 2021.

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March 16 - "Day of commemoration of ancestors and blessings."

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The Local History Museum of Atyrau region developed a plan for a 10-day cultural event in accordance with the concept approved in the article of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K. Tokayev "Independence is the most precious thing" dedicated to the spring holiday Nauryz,. In this regard, there was a live master class devoted to the "Day of Nature" with a master of applied arts, with a member of the "Altyn oymak" club Zhanar Karabalina on March 15.

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A thematic excursion dedicated to the holiday "Korissu" was held for pupils of the Center for Adaptation of Minors of Atyrau Region in the Local History Museum of Atyrau region on March 12.

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 Every year, in early February, the Boran Nysanbayev Museum of "Military Glory", conducts various events dedicated to the heroic deed of the Hero of the Soviet Union Boran Nysanbayev.

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