Gorky Literary Museum in Nizhny Novgorod

What to Expect and Is It Worth Visiting

This museum is a must-visit during your trip to Nizhny Novgorod if you are at least a little interested in the work of Maxim Gorky. But even if you are not a fan, the visit will still be interesting. In general, for a full acquaintance with the life of the writer, it is recommended to visit all three museums dedicated to him in Nizhny Novgorod: this museum, the apartment Museum and the House Museum.

The literary museum is located in an old beautiful mansion-estate, most of which has been preserved in its original, not restored form. Inside there are exhibits related to the period of the writer's life in Nizhny Novgorod: his works, photographs, things belonging to him. There is also a section dedicated to the writer Melnikov-Pechersky and his attitude to the Old Believers, as well as the Orthodox saint Seraphim of Sarov.

In total, there are 9 halls located on two floors of the mansion. Each hall differs from the other in decoration and purpose (a beautiful white ballroom, a lounge, a study, a music room), and, according to the museum staff, almost all the decoration is preserved in its original form. During the tour you can listen to an interesting story not only on the topic of exhibits, but also about the history of the House. But an independent inspection of the museum without a tour may not be so exciting, especially if you are with children, so we recommend using the services of guides that are offered when buying tickets.

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