"Годы и люди" is a unique historical project dedicated to the events that shaped the hometown of Lenin, Samara-Ulyanovsk. Utilizing a rich collection of documents, publications, photographs, and eyewitness accounts, the project offers an engaging exploration of the region's history across various time periods. Users can easily immerse themselves in historical narratives by selecting specific years, which present curated content related to significant events and everyday life in Ulyanovsk.

Initiated by the notable local author and documentarian Gennady Demochkin, the project collaborates with local photographers, archives, and museums, including the Lenin Memorial and the Local Lore Museum. It features digitized materials from the Monomakh magazine since 1994, alongside detailed articles and images from various publications across the decades. "Годы и люди" serves as a vital resource for those interested in regional history, allowing for rich storytelling and community engagement in an easily accessible online format.