State History Museum

The largest national museum in Russia with priceless exhibits of archeology, numismatics, houseware, weapons and works of decorative and applied art.

In that wonderful place you’ll get acquainted with the history of Russia by visiting 40 exhibition halls with exhibits and documents.

The State Historical Museum was built in 1875−1883 specifically for keeping the national treasury of Russia. The Historical Museum was established on February 9, 1872, on the "highest permission" of Emperor Alexander II.

Today the State Historical Museum is one of the largest museums in the world. Priceless exhibits of archeology, numismatics, ancient literature, weapons, works of fine and decorative arts are stored here.