His family fled the Soviet Union with 1 ruble to their name. Now billionaire Igor Tulchinsky is backing the biggest European exhibition of 2026
Tulchinsky has donated $6.8 million to the British Museum to support the exhibition which has been described by King Charles as a “remarkable artwork”.
Igor Tulchinsky, a billionaire born in what is now Belarus, fled the Soviet Union with just 1 ruble to his name. Now, the tech tycoon is contributing £5 million to the British Museum's Bayeux Tapestry exhibition, set to open in London. The 70-meter-long tapestry, which depicts the Norman conquest of England in 1066, is the centerpiece of the museum's biggest exhibit in 50 years.
Tulchinsky has donated the funds to support the exhibition, aiming to provide lasting skills and opportunities for future generations. He believes that experiences like seeing the ancient tapestry can help people gain respect, humility, and a deeper understanding of history, fostering creativity and a sense of purpose in today's fast-paced world.
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