Kostroma
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Architectural-Ethnographic Department Kostroma Settlement
Kostroma, Prosveshcheniya St, 1b
Architectural and Ethnographic Department "Kostroma Sloboda" - an open-air museum in Kostroma. It features wooden churches and peasant cottages from the 16th to 18th centuries, moved from areas affected by construction of the Gorky Hydroelectric Power Station. Next to the museum is Ipatiev Monastery, situated at the confluence of rivers Kostroma and Volga. Exhibits include traditional peasant buildings such as barns, threshing floors, and smithy. Established since late 1960s, it is among the oldest institutions of its kind in Russia.
Беседка Островского
Kostroma, 1 May Street, Central Park
Ostrovskiy's Pavilion is situated in Kostroma City Central Park on a high Volga bank near an ancient kremlin rampart. Named after playwright Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky, it became famous due to the film "Cruel Romance". From the pavilion there is a picturesque view of the Volga river and the opposite shore. This place is an important scenic point of historical center of Kostroma and included in walking tours along the river. To the pavilion lead two two-marshall stairs from the promenade.
Bogoyavlensky-Anastasiyin Cathedral
Kostroma, Bogoyavlenskaya St, 26
Cathedral Church in Kostroma located on Bogoyavlenskaya street. Built in stone from 1559 to 1565 by masters from Rostov instead of previous wooden church. In 1864-1869 they added new brick church in pseudo-Russian style. Cathedral became cathedral after returning its diocese in 1991 and it keeps miraculous Feodorovskaya icon of Mother of God transferred there August 18th of the same year. Dedication of restored cathedral took place August 17th, 1991.
Здание Гауптвахты
Kostroma, Lenina St, 1/2
The gaol building in Kostroma stands on Sushannaya Square near the Fire Bell Tower; constructed from 1823 to 1826 according to the design of gubernatorial architect Pyotr Ivanovich Fursov, it was used as detention for military prisoners. Today it houses the military-historical department of Kostroma Museum-Preserve with genuine weaponry on display. Architecturally notable for its main facade featuring a six-column portico. Cyrillic fragment fixed: sov (sov).
Kostroma State Drama Theatre named after A.N. Ostrovsky
Kostroma, Mira Ave, 9
Kostroma State Drama Theatre named after A.N. Ostrovsky is located at Mira Avenue, 9. Founded in 1808, the first stone theatre building was constructed in 1863 with funds from Kostromichi. The theater is associated with Alexander Ostrovsky's work; his plays were premiered here. Officially named after the writer in 1923. In 1999 it became a state cultural institution. For many years the theatre has been hosting the festival "Ostrovsky Days in Kostroma", and during World War II continued its activities supporting frontline brigades.
Kostroma Regional Puppet Theatre
Kostroma, Ostrovskogo St, 5
Kostroma Regional Puppet Theatre is located at Ostrovsky Street, 5. It was founded in 1936, with its first performance taking place on November 8th of that year involving six enthusiasts from the local youth theatre. The theatre settled into its own building in 1946. Its history began long before this - initially it was a people's reading room which later became a dramatic theatre. The building constructed in 1896 became home to puppet artistry, which won prestigious Russian award "Golden Mask" twice: in 2011 and 2018. The first play of the theatre was called "Sister Fox". During World War II, the actors performed for wounded soldiers in hospitals.
Moscow Gate
Kostroma, 1 Maya St, 3–5
Moscow Zastava — historical grand entrance to Kostroma built in 1823 at the foot of Molochnaya Hill. Originally designed by gubernatorial architect Pyotr Fursov, it was then reconstructed between 1912-1913 according to Nikolay Kololisin's project for the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty. Obelisks' finishes were restored in 1993 by architect L.S. Vasilyev; each obelisk stands approximately nine meters tall.
Cossack Nobility Museum (Nobles' Assembly)
Kostroma, Mira Ave, 7
The Museum of Kostroma Nobility is situated in an historical building at Mira Avenue, 7 in Kostroma. The house was built in the 1780s as residential, then in the 1830s it was reconstructed for the Dukes' Assembly. After restoration in 1993, an exhibition dedicated to the life and work of local cultural figure Efim Chestnyakov opened here. The collection features paintings, documents and personal belongings of this notable individual. Original lacy iron staircase remains within the interiors.
Nature Museum of Kostroma Oblast
Kostroma, Molochnaya Gora St, 3
The Nature Museum of Kostroma Region is situated at Molochnaya Gora Street, 3 in the city of Kostroma. Its main exhibition includes halls dedicated to seasons ("Spring", "Early Winter", "Core Winter") and the section on Mesozoic era. Among its unique collections stands out the insect collection of I.M. Rubinsky, containing over 4,500 specimens and existing for more than 130 years. After a fire in 1960, the museum was able to recover and continue its operations. Since 2002 it has functioned as an independent cultural institution.
Cheese Museum
Kostroma, Chaykovskogo St, 19
The Cheese Museum in Kostroma is located in an historical building of an 18th-century merchant mansion at Chaykovsky Street, house 19. Visitors can learn about all stages of cheese production through exhibits of antique tools and equipment for cheesemaking. Special emphasis is given to the history and techniques of cheese making. During tours guests are accompanied by "cheese sommeliers" who explain the features of serving and storing various types of cheese. The museum's collection includes items and images related to cows, which complements the overall picture of cheese-making craftsmanship.
Theater Costume Museum
Kostroma, Simanovskogo St, 10
The Theatre Costume Museum in Kostroma is situated at Simanovskogo Street, 10. Its exhibition features over a hundred unique theatrical costumes designed for performances at the Kostroma Drama Theatre. The museum's collection comprises more than 12,000 items. In 2006, the collection was showcased at an international theatre festival in Turkey. Since 2010, the museum has occupied its own building in the historical city center with seven exhibition halls. Among the exhibits are antique costumes made from taffeta and shot silk.
Linen And Birchbark Mansion Museum
Kostroma, Tereshkovoy St, 38
The museum-residence of linen and birch-bark is situated on Tereshkova Street in Kostroma. It is dedicated to traditional crafts of linen processing and working with birch bark. Established by Natalya Zabavina, a native of the city, in 2005. Visitors can see linen products such as tablecloths, napkins, bedding and towels, as well as ancient folk shirts and sarafans. Tourists follow an excursion route through the halls of linen and birch-bark, learning about the history of these materials and crafts.
Ivan Susanin Monument
Kostroma, Susaninskaya Sq
The monument to Ivan Susanin is situated on Susanin Square in Kostroma. It was installed in 1967 at the site of the previous monument destroyed in 1918. The project author is sculptor Nikita Lavinsky. The monument faces the Volga River and Molochnaya Gora Street. Its sculpture before installation was located in Ipatiev Monastery.
Yuri Dolgorukiy Monument
Kostroma, Sovetskaya Sq
Yuri Dolgoruky Monument in Kostroma stands on Sovetskaya Square and was unveiled on August 29, 2003 to commemorate the city's 850th anniversary. The sculpture's author is Vadim Mikhailovich Tserkovnikov, architect - Gennady Leonidovich Morozov, and artistic solution developed by Sergey Ivanovich Kadyberdeev. The monument weighs over four tons; it contains a capsule with soil from Kiev Pechersk Lavra.
Fire Lookout Tower
Kostroma, Simanovskogo St, 1/2
Kostroma fire bell tower, situated on Susansky Square, is a symbol of the city and its main attraction. Built from 1824 to 1827 according to the project of gubernatorial architect Pyotr Fursov, it was praised by Emperor Nikolay I as surpassing St. Pyotrsburg counterparts. In mid-XIX century, side wings were added to the building for housing the fire station. Today, the tower serves as a museum with an excursion office and archaeological exhibits; its height exceeds 37 meters, while its status as cultural heritage is federally protected.
Holy-Troice Ipatiev Monastery
Kostroma, Prosveshcheniya St, 1
The Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery is situated in Kostroma on Prosveshcheniya Street. Founded before 1432, it is now famous as the birthplace of the Romanov dynasty. Its main building is the five-domed Troitse Cathedral built between 1650-1652 decorated with frescoes by Guriy Nikitin (1685). The monastery is divided into Old Town and New Town surrounded by fortified walls. It hosted celebrations marking the 300th anniversary of the Romanov house (1913) and was visited by Catherine II in 1767 through the Ekateriny gates. The monastery venerates the Holy Trinity and Saint-martyr Ipatius.
Hristov's Resurrection Cathedral on Debre
Kostroma, Nizhnyaya Debrya St, 37
The Church of Christ's Resurrection on Debra is located in Kostroma on Nizhnyaya Debra Street near the Volga River. The temple was built by 1645 and for a long time it was the cathedral church of the Kostroma eparchy (1964-1991). Here previously there was kept the venerated Feodorskaya icon of the Mother of God, now located in the Bogoyavlensko-Anastasiein monastery. Nearby the church operates the Znamensky women's monastery founded in 1993 by decision of the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church. Currently, the temple is a parish church.
Susanska Square
Kostroma, Susaninskaya Sq
Central square of Kostroma, Susanninskaya Square, stands out with an architectural dominator - fire watchtower and former guardhouse building. It connects to the complex of Red Trading Rows and is situated near the beginning of the city's main street leading towards Volga along Milk Hill. Locals informally call it "Skorodka". Layout of the area around the square resembles an opened fan shape.
Trade Rows
Kostroma, Krasnye Ryady, 1
Kostroma Trade Rows, also known as Gostiny Dvor, represent the largest preserved trading complex of the late 18th century in Russia. They include Krasnye, Mukhnye and Khlebnye rows forming a transition from Susansky Square to Volga descent. Inside Krasnye rows there is Spasa v Ryadakh church. The complex retains its trading function up to present day and is a monument of town planning and architecture. Rybnyye rows are below the main buildings along Molochnaya hill.
Romanovsky Art Museum
Kostroma, Mira Ave, 5
The Art (Romanovsky) Museum in Kostroma is situated at Mira Avenue, 5. It was founded on May 19, 1913 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty's reign. The building is designed in the style of pseudo-Russian modernism according to architect N.I. Gorylitsyn's project. The museum houses a rich collection of Russian art from the 16th to the 20th century, including works by Shishkin, Repin, Kustodiev, Korovin, as well as ancient Russian artifacts and pieces of Russian avant-garde. At one time, Tsar Nikolay II and his family were present during the opening of the exhibition.
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