St. Petersburg Federal Research Center
of the Russian Academy of Sciences

On May 21, 1937, the legendary North Pole-1 station was pioneered to become the starting point for the Arctic and Antarctic exploration and conquest. 

Polar Explorer's Day is a celebration of intrepid pioneers daily devoting their lives to the development and study of the richest prospective region, defending the interests of Russia and strengthening the economic potential and security of the country.

Dear veterans of the North exploration, please accept our sincere congratulations and deep gratitude for your everyday work and unique scientific achievements in the Polar Regions of the Earth! We wish you health, well-being and invincibility, successful initiatives and speedy returns back home upon each expedition completion.