M. F. Sumtsov Kharkiv Historical Museum

The M. F. Sumtsov Kharkiv Historical Museum, one of Ukraine’s largest and oldest museums, is a key cultural landmark in the Slobozhanshchyna region and a leading centre of cultural and scientific life in Eastern Ukraine. Founded on January 21, 1920, the museum originated from the Museum of Slobid Ukraine, established by the renowned academician Mykola Fedorovych Sumtsov.

Located in Kharkiv’s historic centre, where the city was founded in the mid-17th century, the museum’s modern glass structure envelops the original building, symbolizing a blend of history and innovation. With a collection of over 330,000 items, the museum attracts more than 200,000 visitors annually. Its mission is to preserve, expand, and promote Ukrainian cultural heritage, shaping the socio-cultural consciousness of its visitors. The museum is involved in scientific research, exhibitions, educational initiatives, restoration projects, and more, making it a vital institution in Ukraine’s cultural landscape.

Website: https://museum.kh.ua/