The older generation, born in the USSR, remembers the times when the House of Officers became the center of culture in every city. There were not only numerous meetings, but also circles, sections, libraries and museums. Samara was not an exception with the Volga-Ural military district stationed on its territory.
District officers house, Samara: a bit of history
The opening date of the facility is 1930. The country widely celebrated the 50th birthday of K. Voroshilov, whose name was given to the House of Officers. Initially, it was called the House of the Red Army and was built under the direction of architect P. Shcherbachev.
The place for him was ideally chosen - the District House of Officers in Samara is located around the perimeter of the central square of the metropolis, named after V. Kuybyshev. It is here that solemn parades and rallies are held, and during the 2018 World Cup, the FIFA Fan Fest was held.
Location
ODO is located on the western side of Europe’s largest square. His address is st. Shostakovich, d. 7. There is not a single native resident of the city who could not explain where the District House of Officers of Samara is located. The address is known not only because everyone knows from childhood how to get to the square to them. V. Kuibyshev. Shostakovich Street descends to the Volga - the main waterway of the city. By the way, she goes to the Theater Square, where the drama theater beloved by the townspeople is located. M. Gorky.
You can get to the ODO by buses and fixed-route taxis No. 24, 297, 92, as well as by trams No. 20, 22, 3, 15, 16.
Today
In the ODO there is a concert hall for 1000 people with an area of 475 square meters. It is used not only for military-mass and cultural-educational work among soldiers and officers, but also for performances by show business stars who come to Samara on tour. The hall was also chosen by the participants of the game in KVN
Traditionally, on the territory of the ODO, exhibitions and sales and fairs are held, as well as various conferences, because the building has a room adapted for this. The lobby, the buffet, both halls and toilets are in need of repair, but the townspeople are condescending to some inconvenience, because they love one of the most attractive venues for mass events and concerts.