Why are there so many mysterious words in the Russian language? How are they related to ethnography? The Russian language is not just a system of signs, but a reflection of centuries-old history, cultural interaction, and territorial diversity. This topic is dedicated to the lecture-quiz "Ethnographic Russia," which will be conducted by historian and ethnographer Olga Botyakova as part of the "Silver Age" project. Guests will not only listen to the lecture but also participate in an intellectual quiz: they will try to guess the meanings of archaic words, determine their origins, and hear the stories behind familiar expressions. Where to go in St. Petersburg today, find on our website.