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Happiness Is Not Far Art Object
Perm, Kamy Emb
Art-object "Happiness Is Not Far Away" is installed on the Kama Riverbank in Perm. Its first version was created by artist Boris Matrosov in 2005 for the Art Pole festival in Moscow region. In 2009, the work moved to Perm and became part of the PERMM program "Museum in the City". A plaque with the author's name and year of creation was installed next to the object in 2018. Previously, the installation was exhibited in Samara and at the Afisha Picnic festival.
Вознесенско-Феодосиевская церковь
Perm, Borchaninova St, 11
The Voznesensko-Fedorovskaya Church is situated in Perm at Borchaninova Street, 11. The building originally bore the name of the Church of the Ascension of Our Lord and was constructed with funds from parishioners and benefactor citizens. Construction was nearly completed by 1904. After being taken over by a bakery in 1968, restoration began. The church was returned to the Orthodox community in 1991 and has since been protected as an architectural and urban planning monument since 1969.
Gribushin House
Perm, Lenina St, 13a
The Gribushin House Building is situated at Perm, Lenin St., 13A. Built between 1894 and 1898 in the modern style, it is an object of regional cultural heritage. Inside and outside, the mansion is decorated with rich moldovean vegetal relief and masks. Originally, the building served as a sanatorium for tuberculosis patients; later, it was acquired by merchant S.M. Gribushin. Cyrillic fragments fixed: moldovean, vegetal
Governor's House
Perm, Sibirskaya St, 27
The Governor's Mansion building in Perm is situated at the intersection of Sibirskaya and Yekaterininskaya streets. It is a historical and cultural monument since 1988 and was built in the style of Russian classicism. Previously it housed a tuberculosis dispensary, as well as accommodated notable state officials and travelers. A memorial plaque commemorating the birthplace of economist and public figure Pyotr Struve, born on January 26, 1870, is installed on its facade. The official name of the building includes reference to "Governor's Mansion".
Dyagilev House
Perm, Sibirskaya St, 33
Dyagilev House is situated at the intersection of Sibirskaya Street and Pushkin Street in Perm. It is a regional historical monument where Dyagilev Gymnasium named after Sergey Pavlovich Dyagilev operates and his memorial museum functions. This was once a place where cultural environment related to Dyagilev's life and activities took shape. Among the exhibits there can be seen items and household utensils from the estate of the Dyagilev family in Perm province. The building is also known for having previously housed an educational institution transferred to the city by Perm City Duma in 1894.
Дом-музей Н. Г. Славянова
Perm, 1905 Goda St, 37
The N.G. Slyanov House-Museum is situated in Perm on 1905 Year Street, 37. It honors mining engineer and inventor of metal electrode arc welding Nikolay Slyanov. The museum features a living room, the inventor's study and a workshop reconstructed according to his designs. The main exhibit is the unique "slyanovsky cup" made from various metals and recognized at the World Exhibition in Chicago. Here also showcased are applications of welding in diverse fields ranging from underwater construction to space technologies.
Smyslyaev House
Perm, Petropavlovskaya St, 25
Smyslyaev's House is situated at the intersection of Pyotropavlovskaya and Sibirskaya streets in Perm. The building is notable for having previously housed the city council, merchants' club and branch of Marinsky Public Bank. In 1876, the second floor was occupied by the city's public library. By 1966, after the regional library moved here, the city library named after A.S. Pushkin relocated. The original design of the building is attributed to architect Pyotr Pyotr. It is believed that the house inspired Boris Pasternak when creating the image of Yuratin library in his novel "Doctor Zhivago".
Железнодорожный вокзал Пермь I
Perm, Monastyrskaya St, 5
Pervomaisky Railway Station in Perm is located at Monastyrskaya St., 5, in city of Perm. It is one of Russia's oldest railway stations, playing a key role in developing regional rail connections. Originally named "Perm," it was renamed Pervomaysky in 1911. The station building was constructed according to architect Pyotr Shreiber's standard design and after reconstruction was complemented with an additional tower for symmetry.
Kraeved UVD Building ("Death Tower")
Perm, Komsomolskiy Ave, 74
The building of regional UVD, known to locals as "Death Tower", is situated on Komsomolsky Avenue in Perm. It was constructed between 1949 and 1952 and originally housed state security bodies; later it became home to the regional interior affairs department. The architectural complex completes October Square and forms part of the characteristic mid-20th century urban ensemble. The name emerged in the latter half of the previous century and is linked to local legends, although there are no documented proofs of this. Perm writer Anatoly Subbotin used it in his work under the same title.
Historical Park "Russia - My History. Perm Krai"
Perm, Monastyrskaya St, 2 k1
Historical Park "Russia - My History. Perm Krai" is located in Perm at Monastyrskaya St., 2, building 1. It is part of the federal network of multimedia museums where Russian history is presented using modern technologies: interactive maps, video projections, touch screens and multimedia installations. A distinctive feature of the park is additional materials on the history of Perm Krai, complementing national stories. The permanent exhibition includes displays about Rurikids, Romanovs, the period of World War II and contemporary Russian history.
Kamskaya Hydroelectric Station
Perm, Gidrostroiteley St, 5
Kama Hydroelectric Station is located in Perm and was commissioned in 1954, becoming the first station on the Kama River. It generates electricity and forms the Kama Reservoir due to its dam. The electric generators of the station are integrated directly into the body of the water conduit structure. The first billion-watt energy production occurred here on May 25, 1956. Kama HES also plays an important role in ensuring navigation through the Kama River.
Memorial "Broken Brotherhood"
Perm, Sovetskoy Armii Blvd
Memorial "Broken Brotherhood" in Perm was opened in 1994 on Soviet Army Boulevard. It is dedicated to the memory of servicemen from Perm region who died while performing their duty outside Russia. Here annual ceremonies take place on the day of remembrance for Russian soldiers. The memorial serves as a meeting place for veterans and relatives of the deceased, as well as a venue for commemorative events. Its composition highlights feelings of loss and the importance of preserving the memory of heroes.
Ural Volunteer Tank Corps Memorial
Perm, Sibirskaya St, Veteranov Sq
Memorial to the Urals Volunteer Tank Corps in Perm is situated on Veterans' Square near the building of Perm Officers' House. Monument commemorates the feat of soldiers from the corps awarded with orders of Krylatsky Banner, Suvorov and Kutuzov. Eternal flame lit here on May 9th, 2006. Pillar marks the combat path of the corps from Orlov to Prague. The corps was equipped with weapons and gear produced by residents of Ural beyond plan and through voluntary contributions. Grand opening took place on March 11th, 1963 marking the 20th anniversary of formation of Perm tank brigade.
Underground Printing Press Memorial House-Museum
Perm, Monastyrskaya St, 142
Memorial House-Museum "Underground Printing Press" is situated in Perm on Monastyrskaya Street, 142. It is the sole surviving urban mansion of workers from the beginning of the 20th century. In 1906 it housed an underground printing press of Perm RSDRP Committee led by Yakov Sverdlov. Exhibition features authentic revolutionary leaflets and a unique chess table with a hidden compartment. The museum was opened in 1968 and tells about activities of Perm social democrats during the revolution of 1905-1907.
Monument to Heroes of Front and Rear
Perm, city esplanade
Monument "Heroes of the Front and Home Front" is situated in the center of Perm city's esplanade. Its height exceeds ten meters. The sculptural group consists of three figures symbolizing the heroism of frontline soldiers and the homefront laborers. It was opened on May 9th, 1985; the project designer is constructor Boris Gurvich while sculptor is Vyacheslav Mikhailovich Klykov. A distinctive feature of the composition is the worker's face oriented towards the east, soldier with sword facing west, and mother-Russia looking to the west. In 2015, at the base of the monument, a time capsule containing a message was buried for opening in 2045.
December Armed Uprising 1905 Diorama Museum in Motovilikha
Perm, Ogorodnikova St, 2
The Museum-Diorama "December Armed Uprising of 1905 in Motovilikha" is situated in Perm on Mount Vyshka. Its main attraction is a picturesque diorama painting measuring 25 meters long and 6 meters high, created by artists E. Danilevsky and M. Ananiev from the Military Artists Studio named after M.B. Grekov. There is also an exhibition depicting the lifestyle of residents during the uprising, including interiors of houses and historical tea reading rooms. Visitors can see authentic machines used at the Perm Cannon Factories.
Музей истории Мотовилихинских заводов
Perm, 1905 Goda St, 20
The Museum of Motovilikhin Metallurgical Works History is situated in Perm at 1905 Street, 20. It tells about the history of copper smelting and artillery production in the region from Pyotr I's era to present day. Exhibits include an open area with large military equipment, copies of old factory drawings and personal archives of employees. Special focus is given to the establishment of cannon factories in Motovilikha during mid-19th century and historical connections with Ekaterinburg Mint.
Permian Antiquities Museum
Perm, Sibirskaya St, 15
The Perm Paleontology Museum in Perm is situated at Sibirskaya Street, 15. It features a permanent exhibition detailing the development of life on Earth over approximately 650 million years. Special emphasis is placed on the Permian period named after the Perm province. Visitors can view fossil remains of ancient creatures that lived about 270 million years ago, including fossils of marine animals and impressions of ancient plants and insects. A separate exhibit highlights Permian therapsids. Annual visitor numbers exceed 70,000 people.
Perm System Museum of Perm State University
Perm, Bukireva St, 15
The Museum "Perm System" is situated in Perm on Bukireva Street, 15. It showcases rocks and fossils from the Permian period which began about 299 million years ago and ended the Paleozoic era. The system was named after Scottish geologist Rodger Murchison following his studies in the Urals in 1841. The uniqueness of the museum lies in its focus on the single geological system named after an area of Russia - the Perm Province.
PERMM Contemporary Art Museum
Perm, Krisanova St, 4
The Perm Museum of Contemporary Art PERMM is situated on Krisanova Street, 4 in Perm. Previously there was a Mercedes car center here. In 2023, the museum opened a new space where it first hosted its permanent collection exhibition. Founded in 2009, PERMM's first director was Marat Gelman. The museum's first exhibit focused on the "Russian Poor" exhibition from 2008. Before moving to its current location, the museum operated for some time at Gagarin Boulevard, 24.
Organ Concert Hall of Perm Krai Philharmonic
Perm, Lenina St, 51b
The concert hall of Perm Regional Philharmonic Society organ is situated at Lenina Street, 51B in Perm. At its center stands a German organ from Glatter-Götz Orgelbau with 40 registers and three manuals including pedal keyboard. The hall is designed for solo organ performances, chamber ensembles, choral concerts and festivals. Its first public use took place during the inaugural Organ Festival in December 2003 under the direction of Lada Labzina from Kazan Organ School.
Alexander Stepanovich Popov Monument
Perm, Lenina St, 68
The monument to Alexander Stepanovich Popov is installed in Perm on Lenin Street, 68. A bronze figure of the scientist weighing about 800 kg is placed on a granite pedestal. The inscription on the front side notes his contribution to the invention of radio. The sculptors are Alexey Matveev and Igor Dymshakov; architectural parts were made by Dmitry Lapshin and Ekaterina Koltsova. The opening of the monument took place on June 11, 2013 with participation of representatives from the telecommunications industry of the region.
Tatischev Monument
Perm, Lenina St, 2
The monument to Vasily Nikitich Tatishchev was installed in Perm on Lenina Street near the site where the Egoshikhinsky copper smelting plant was founded, whose construction he initiated in 1723. The choice of location was due to its convenience for access to water, mines, forests, and waterways. The memorial was opened in 2003 to commemorate the city's 280th anniversary, symbolizing the beginning of its historical destiny.
Dr. F.H. Graal Monument
Perm, ul. Plehanova, 36, korp. 2
The monument to Doctor Fedor Khristoforovich Graal was installed in Perm on Plekhanov Street, building 36, corpse 2. It was opened in June 2005, 170 years after the distinguished doctor and benefactor's death. The sculpture was created by Perm artist Aleksey Zalazaev. Graal is depicted sitting in a chair, allowing his large figure to fit harmoniously into the small garden. The physician became famous for his merits as a district doctor, forensic medical expert, and military medical expert, and he was awarded the Order of Saint Vladimir IV degree.
Gorky Park
Perm, Sibirskaya St, 43
Gorky Park in Perm has existed since 1804. It is situated on Sibirskaya Street, 43. There is a rotunda here, an architectural monument of federal significance built specifically for the visit of Emperor Alexander I in 1824. The origin of the garden is linked to the activities of Governor Karl Fedorovich Moderakh. Initially, the southern boundary of the city was protected by a ditch and rampart to divert water.
Rock Garden Park
Perm, Lenina St, 250-letiya Permi Square
Stone Park, or Perm 250th Anniversary Garden, is situated in the center of Perm near Perm II railway station. Established in 1973, it commemorates the city's anniversary. It features a collection of more than 59 rock specimens from Perm region. Additionally, there are public art installations (pablik-art) in the park. The central attraction is a monument marking Perm's 250th anniversary.
Perm State Art Gallery
Perm, Komsomolskiy Ave, 4
Perm State Art Gallery is situated on Komsomolsky Avenue in Perm. It houses collections of Russian painting, graphics, sculpture and decorative-applied arts from the 15th to 20th centuries. A special pride of the gallery is its collection of wooden sculptures from the Perm region created for local churches. The earliest sculpture dates back to the late 17th century. The collection was first presented to the public in 1924. Among collectors and researchers of this collection stand out N. Serebrennikov and A. Syropyatov.
Perm Regional Library named after A.M. Gorky
Perm, Lenina St, 70
Perm Regional Library named after A.M. Gorky is situated at Lenina Street, 70. The library's history began in December 1835 with a donation of 469 volumes. Its first opening took place in the house of an office clerks' school. After a fire in 1842 the library suffered greatly and closed nearly for two decades, resuming operations only in August 1863 as a public institution. The collection included publications in French and German languages.
Perm Cathedral Mosque
Perm, Osinskaya St, 5
The Perm Cathedral Mosque is situated at the intersection of Osinskaya and Monastyrskaya streets in Perm city. The building is executed in eclectic style with elements of Muslim architecture. Construction began in 1902 funded by means of Muslim merchant families such as Agafurov, Timkin and Ibattulin. The mosque's design was created by Perm architect Alexander Ivanovich Ozhegov. In September 1903 it officially opened for prayers. This was the first mosque in Perm city built in an area historically significant for its Muslim community.
Perm Academic Teatr-Teatr
Perm, Lenina St, 53
Perm Academic Teatr-Teatr founded on March 14, 1927 under the name TRAM (Theater of Working Youth) has gone through a long development path from semi-professional ensemble to modern multi-genre theater. Its repertoire includes dramatic performances, musicals, ballets and theatrical experiments. Since its first production "Battleship Potemkin" the collective grew under Boris Mikhailovich Nikitin's leadership and continues to remain an important cultural center of Perm.
Perm State National Research University
Perm, Bukireva St, 15
Perm State Research University is located at Bukireva Street, 15 in Perm. It was founded due to the initiative of city and gubernatorial public figures with support from businessman Nikolay Vasilyevich Meshkov who donated university buildings on Zaimka near the station. The first teachers came from St. Pyotrsburg University. The university emerged as Perm branch of Imperial St. Pyotrsburg University on October 14th, 1916 and became an independent higher education institution already in 1917.
Perm State Circus
Perm, Uralskaya St, 112
Perm State Circus is located at Perm, Uralskaya St., 112. The first wooden circus building appeared here as early as 1905 but burned down during a fire in 1943. The current circus opened in 1970; its auditorium originally accommodated over 2200 people. Since then it has become a branch of "Rosgoscirc". Cirque performances, such as "At Seven o'Clock After the War" (1985), won awards at All-Union competitions. The architecture of the building was designed by architect Solomon Gelfer.
Perm Krai Museum
Perm, Monastyrskaya St, 11
Perm Krai Museum is located at Monastyrskaya St., 11. Founded in 1890 and first opened to visitors on January 25, 1894. Today it is a museum union with branches in various areas of Perm Krai, including architectural and ethnographic museum "Khokhlovka", opened in 1980. Building of Meshkov House, built in 1889 by architect Alexander Turchevich, serves as part of the exhibition.
Perm Planetarium
Perm, Gagarina Blvd, 27a
Perm Planetarium is located at Gagarina Boulevard, 27A. It organizes popular science programs on astronomy and cosmonautics including outings for schools and camps. The main hall is dome-shaped star theater where celestial skies are shown regardless of time of day or weather conditions. Perm's first planetarium opened in February 1960 at the local museum coinciding with Cosmonautics Day. The building stands on a hill near Egoshikhinskaya Hill.
Perm River Station
Perm, Monastyrskaya St, 2, bldg. 1
Perm River Station is situated on the banks of river Kama opposite Perm train station. It is the last project of architect Alexander Grinberg whose construction was completed after his death. Following reconstruction in 2017 an historical park "Russia - My History" opened here. Previously the building housed modern art museum PERMM; during WWII people were evacuated through the station and important cargo transported there.
Perm Puppet Theatre
Perm, Sibirskaya St, 65
The Perm Puppet Theatre is situated at Sibirskaya Street, 65 in Perm. The building, previously serving as a prison, was converted for theatrical performances between 1957-1958. It began its history in 1937 as a small puppet group affiliated with Perm Philharmonic Society. Since 2000 it has been listed among cultural heritage sites of the Perm region. The theatre features Large and Small halls and is known for its early productions such as "Devil's Mill" and "Cucu's Wish". The architect of the prison project was Rudolf Karwovskii.
Perm Opera and Ballet Theatre named after P.I. Tchaikovsky
Perm, Petropavlovskaya St, 25a
The Perm Opera and Ballet Theatre named after P.I. Tchaikovsky is situated at Pyotropavlovskaya St., 25A. The building is executed in the style of late Russian classicism. The ballet stage has a history since 1926, opera performances started from 1870. The theater was founded in 1939 following the fire of an old wooden structure built within a year. Previously, this venue hosted the evacuated Leningrad Opera and Ballet Theatre named after Kirov.
Perm Theatre "U Mosta"
Perm, Kuybysheva St, 11
Perm Theatre "U Mosta", founded in 1988, is known for productions noted with the National Theatre Award "Golden Mask". Its artistic direction is mystical theatre, named after its original location near Kamsky Bridge. Among the most famous shows is "Viy". The theatre actively works with traditions of Russian psychological theatre and methods of schools of Mikhail Chekhov and Jerzy Grotowski. It also regularly stages works by Bulgakov, Gogol and McDonagh, hosting international festivals of the latter.
Perm Children's Theatre
Perm, Ekaterininskaya St, 68
Perm Youth Theatre is located in Perm at Ekaterininskaya Street, 68. Its main stage is housed in the historical Lubiomova House, which is a monument of town planning and architecture. There is also a Small Stage situated in the House of County Landowners. The theatre was founded as a professional venue for children, teenagers and families but today it performs plays for adult audiences as well. In January 2024, an additional Small Stage was put into operation after undergoing major repairs from 1982 to 1985.
Perm Uspenskiy Female Monastery
Perm, Plekhanova St, 39/5
Uspensky Women's Monastery is located in Perm on Plekhanova Street. The abbey has been operating since 1993 after the revival of the female community. It features churches dedicated to the Kazan Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Apostle John the Theologian. The monastery was founded with funds from brothers Kamenskies, well-known local benefactors. In the early 20th century, there stood a wooden church of Holy Women-Mironosytsy within the convent. The monastery was officially opened by decision of the Sacred Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church in March 1993.
Saint-Pyotrsburg Cathedral
Perm, Sovetskaya St, 1/1
The Pyotropavlovsky Cathedral in Perm is the oldest stone structure of the city, founded in 1757. Originally, a wooden church was consecrated in 1726 and became the main cathedral after the establishment of Yegoshikha copper smelting plant in 1723. The stone church received the status of town cathedral upon the founding of Perm. The dedication ceremony for the main temple to apostles Pyotr and Paul took place in 1764. Since 1987, the cathedral has been under protection as a monument of urban planning in the Urals region.
Y. M. Sverdlov Garden
Perm, Krasnaya Sq
Yaroslav Sverdlov Park is located on Red Square in Perm. Founded in 1865 on the site of a closed copper smelting plant. Here there is a monument "Mourning Newfoundland" in memory of canine handler Yanis Markodse. In 1928, Vladimir Mayakovsky performed in the park. The area was reopened after reconstruction in 2010. Previously, the garden was called "Angel's Garden". Competitions were held on the pond.
St. Trinity Stephen's Monastery
Perm, Visimskaya St, 4a
The Holy Trinity St. Stephen's Male Monastery is located in Perm at Viseskaya Street, 4A. The monastery is a spiritual center arising around a ruined church which was returned to worshippers in 1994. The official opening took place on February 3, 1995. During restoration, an ancient Russian-style bell tower was added. A stone church built in the first half of the XIX century previously served as a cathedral and was closed during Soviet times.
Legend of Perm Bear Sculpture
Perm, Lenina St, 58
The sculpture "Legend of Perm Bear" is situated on Lenin Street near Urals Hotel. It is a bronze composition unveiled in 2009. The idea behind the monument is based on a local stereotype about bears freely wandering the streets of Ural. The work was created by Vladimir Pavlenko. Initially made from artificial stone, it was later transferred to bronze after installation.
Permyak — Salt Ears Sculptural Composition
Perm, Komsomolskiy Ave, 27
Sculptural composition "Permian — Salty Ears" is located on Komsomolsky Avenue in Perm. It was installed on April 1, 2006. The object was created within a competition organized by Binbank. Bronze and granite were used in its creation. The central part of the composition is a frame with large bronze ears designed by Rustam Ismagilov. Opposite it stands a figure of a photographer made by Aleksey Matveev.
Ballet Evgeniya Panfilova Theatre
Perm, Petropavlovskaya St, 185
The "Ballet Evgeniya Panfilova" Theatre in Perm traces its history back to 1987. Founded by Evgeniya Panfilov, renowned choreographer, who established three unique troupes united under his authorial method. The ensemble became one of the first private modern dance theaters in Russia and later received state recognition. The theater is famous for its production "Cage for Parrots," awarded with "Golden Mask." In its repertoire are ballets "8 Russian Songs," "Romeo and Juliet," and "Blockade."
Центральная набережная Камы
Perm, Reki Kamy Emb
Central Kama Embankment in Perm — place where after major reconstruction new updated stairs, lit paths and modern pavements appeared. As part of improvements art objects were installed here: mirror reflecting city name "Perm", bear sculptures near River Station and concert amphitheater. Special attention was paid to monument "Evacuation" recalling war years. Shoreline has been reinforced, convenient approaches and walking areas on lower level between Kama river and railway tracks have been created. Reconstruction concluded by Perm's 300th anniversary in 2018.
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