Minsk

Minsk. Museums (city center) is a fascinating walking tour of the interesting museums of the capital, where history, art, literature and science come to life.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be able to get acquainted with the works of Yanka Kupala and Maxim Bogdanovich, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of theater and cinema, see miniature replicas of Belarusian landmarks, as well as explore the history of money, children's toys and modern statehood. From the National Art Museum to the Museum of the Cat, each museum is interesting and unique in its own way. Discover the rich heritage of Minsk through collections, interactive expositions and inspiring exhibitions!

A literary museum dedicated to the life and work of Maxim Adamovich Bogdanovich, a classic of Belarusian literature. Not far from this place was the house where the poet was born, but, unfortunately, it has not been preserved. The museum contains objects related to the life and work of Maxim Bogdanovich, reflecting his spiritual and material world.

Maxim Bogdanovich Literary Museum

Minsk. Maxim Bogdanovich Literary Museum.

Here you can see interactive exhibitions where you can try ironing fabrics with different models, as well as learn about ironing technology in different eras.

The entertaining iron museum is the only one of its kind in Belarus.

Minsk. The Iron Museum.

Here you can see original coins and banknotes from different eras, from the Roman Empire to modern Belarus, as well as a collection of commemorative coins of the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus. The museum offers games, quizzes, and touchscreens to explore financial history in depth, as well as souvenirs, including coins for good luck. A great place for lovers of numismatics and history.

A unique museum with more than 7,000 exhibits dedicated to the history of money and money circulation.  

Minsk. The 'Groshi' Money Museum.

A unique museum showing the development of the carriage industry is located in an old building on the territory of the former Bernardine monastery.
It is part of the Museum of the History of the city of Minsk.

The Carriage exposition.

Minsk. The Carriage Museum.

The exhibition includes musical instruments, theatrical dolls, costume sketches and archival materials, as well as memorial rooms dedicated to prominent artists. The museum is located in a historic building of the XVIII century, which previously served as the House of Freemasons, and regularly hosts exhibitions, creative meetings and cultural events.

Museum of the History of Theatrical and Musical Culture of Belarus.

Minsk. Museum of the History of Theatrical and Musical Culture.

Today, the house is a branch of the National Art Museum and offers an exhibition dedicated to culture and art of the first half of the 19th century. Here you can see reconstructed interiors, reproductions of Vankovich's works and works by his contemporaries.

Minsk. House of Vankovich.

There is a cat cafe offering themed drinks, and the cats themselves — former homeless people — are looking for new owners. A great place to relax, have photo shoots and socialize with animals in the city center.

A museum with cute fluffy guests.

Minsk. The Cat Museum.

Here you can see an exhibition dedicated to the work of the National Artist of Belarus, as well as reconstructed interiors of a 19th-century urban estate. The gallery offers a unique atmosphere where art is intertwined with history, and visitors can enjoy paintings, architectural details and panoramic views of the Upper Town.

Mikhail Savitsky Art Gallery.

Minsk. The Pshezdetsky estate.

Minsk. Mikhail Savitsky Art Gallery.

Here you can learn the history of Belarusian cinema and see archival costumes, sets and films. Visit the cinema hall where you can watch rare films from the museum collection. View the display cases with documents, layouts and equipment telling about the filmmaking process.

Museum of the History of Belarusian Cinema

Minsk. Museum of the History of Belarusian Cinema.

The museum regularly holds exhibitions, lectures, and cultural events, as well as collaborates with educational institutions.

An interesting museum that covers various periods of the country's rich history.

Minsk. The National Historical Museum of the Republic of Belarus.

The museum's exhibits include a documentary part telling about the poet's life through manuscripts, letters and photographs, as well as a memorial part, where his library and office are preserved. The museum regularly holds exhibitions, lectures and literary evenings, as well as the annual '1.1.1' event dedicated to outstanding Belarusian writers.

Petrus Brovka State Literary Museum

Minsk. The State Literary Museum of Petrus Brovka.

Here you can admire paintings by Aivazovsky, Repin, Vrubel and other famous artists. Explore rare exhibits of Belarusian art, including Slutsk belts and French tapestries of the 18th century. To inspect the architecture of the museum, which has become an important object of the Soviet museum infrastructure.

Minsk. The National Art Museum.

In this museum we will get acquainted with the exposition dedicated to the modern achievements of Belarus. Let's look at the models of restored architectural monuments. We will find out how the country's statehood has developed since independence.

Minsk. Museum of Modern Belarusian Statehood.

There are more than 400 sculptural works, including portraits of world scientists and cultural figures. The museum offers interactive exhibitions, workshops and creative events, as well as stores sketch materials that allow you to trace the process of creating sculptures. A great place to explore Belarusian art and history.

Minsk. Memorial Museum-workshop of Z. I. Azgur.

This museum can be interesting not only for children, but also for their parents.
Here you can see dolls from all over the world, different peoples and different times. Some exhibits can be picked up, examined in detail, and even played with.
You can also try to create a toy with your own hands and take it with you.

The Museum of Childhood is a very wonderful and interesting place.

Minsk. Museum of Childhood.

The exhibition includes 22 interactive layouts, as well as virtual reality, which allows you to view the monuments from the inside. Visitors can use the free audio guide, find hidden characters on the layouts and take photos in the themed areas. The museum also has a craft souvenir shop.

Museum "Country Mini" 

Minsk. Museum of Architectural Miniatures 'Country Mini'.

Here you can see Kupala's personal belongings, his books, photographs and documents, as well as get acquainted with the history of Belarusian literature. The museum regularly holds exhibitions, lectures and cultural events, and its cozy atmosphere promotes deep immersion in the world of poetry. A great place for connoisseurs of Belarusian culture.

A museum dedicated to the life and work of one of the most famous Belarusian poets Yanka Kupala. 

Minsk. Yanka Kupala Literary Museum.

Here you can see documents, photographs and personal belongings of the congress participants, as well as expositions telling about the life of Minsk at the turn of the XIX–XX centuries. The museum regularly holds exhibitions, lectures and workshops, and its memorial rooms recreate the atmosphere of 1898. A great place to explore the history of the revolutionary movement.

Minsk. Museums (central part of the city).

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