Matenadaran Institute Named after Mesrop Mashtots

Matenadaran named after Mesrop Mashtots in Yerevan is situated at Mashtots Avenue, 53. It houses a unique collection of ancient manuscripts on theology, history, philosophy, medicine and natural sciences, including illustrated medieval Armenian Gospels. In the building designed by architect Mark Grigoryan in 1959 there operates a workshop showcasing techniques for making parchment and miniatures. Exhibits include religious, historiographical, medical and philosophical manuscripts as well as cartographic materials about the region.