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On This Day in 1852 the Hermitage Opened

Through the changing tides of history, the Hermitage has remained both an iconic symbol of Russian heritage and a leading preserver of world art.

probably aliens

Glass Lid Mysteriously Floats Above Meteor in Russian Museum

“We have no explanation,” the museum's director said of the otherworldly incident.

Salvaging history

Russia, Syria Agree to Restore Ancient Palmyra

The ancient city was heavily damaged by the Islamic State.

The Museum of Russian Impressionism

The Museum of Russian Impressionism is a modern Moscow museum which opened 2016 in a beautifully renovated former chocolate factory built in 1880.

Military Equipment & Antique Car Museum

If you are interested in antique cars or maybe want to see what Russian military equipment looked like in the last century, this place is for you. This...

Russia's Golden Fall Comes to Moscow's Historic Kuskovo Estate

The Kuskovo Estate is one of the most picturesque places in Russia's capital — especially when it's covered in fall foliage.

Prophetic poltergeist

The Ghost of a Russian Poet Is Trying to Warn America, Paranormal Specialist Says

Yesenin’s ghost has allegedly foreshadowed other historical events in the past.

Putin Ally Wins $1.2Bln Contracts for Museums in Crimea, Kaliningrad, Vladivostok — Reports

Rotenberg's Stroygazmontazh company is under Western sanctions for its role in Crimea's annexation.

At Home with Galina Ulanova

Russia has always been known as a ballet powerhouse, producing some of the world's best-known dancers. At home, they are national heroes, and abroad --...

Sample Pinball and Cupcakes in Sokolniki Park

If you missed this club event, join the next one. Or check out the museum on your own.

In the Emperors' Closets

The new Costume Gallery at the Hermitage Museum brings old clothes to light.

Moscow Museums and the World Cup

Check out these five football-themed exhibits at Moscow's greatest museums and galleries and keep the World Cup spirit alive a little longer.

The Seven Worlds of Vladimir Vysotsky

A Jewish Museum multimedia exhibit explores the life of the Soviet poet.

6 Hidden Treasures in Kazan

Keep your eye out for these gems

4 of Kazan’s Must-See Sights

Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!

6 of Yekaterinburg’s Must-See Sights

Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!

The Fabergé Museum of St. Petersburg

If you're considering a weekend getaway to St. Petersburg, be sure to stop in the Fabergé Museum to see the permanent and temporary exhibits.

The Classical Arts in 2018: Not Resting on Laurels

Not every arts venue has finalized its schedule for 2018, but we've already spotted some great events

The Hermitage Museum Almost Didn’t Mark Russian Revolution Centenary

Our Dutch colleagues said: Are you crazy? The whole world is waiting.

Hermitage Puts on First Ever All-Digital Exhibition

For the first time, the Hermitage Museum is hosting an exhibition without a single original item.

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