Taras Shevchenko museum

The Shevchenko Museum is a literary museum in Cherkasy Raion that displays works and possessions of a major Ukrainian poet from the 19th century. Multiple rooms contain manuscripts, paintings, and personal items from his life.

The museum preserves the collection of a poet who shaped Ukrainian literature and art in the 19th century through poetry and painting. His artistic and written works remain central to understanding Ukrainian cultural history from that period.

The museum is named after one of Ukraine's most important poets, and visitors can see his handwritten works and personal objects that reveal his life and artistic practice. The exhibition gives a direct sense of how this artist shaped Ukrainian thought and identity.

The museum is housed in a building with multiple exhibition rooms that visitors can move through to view the entire collection. You should allow enough time to look through all the rooms and exhibits carefully.

The collection includes original manuscripts and personal objects that directly show how this artist worked and lived. These direct connections to his creative process give visitors a rare glimpse into his work.

Location: Cherkasy Raion

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: Шевченківський національний заповідник

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-16:00

Phone: +380473632189;+380473632365

Website: https://shevchenko-museum.com.ua

GPS coordinates: 49.73172,31.51216

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:59