Konstantin Vasilyev Museum

The Konstantin Vasilyev Museum is an art collection housed in a restored mansion built in 1903 in Moscow's Lianozovo District, displaying paintings, drawings, and personal items of the Russian artist. The property includes a separate log structure for ethnographic displays and sits within an English-style park on the grounds of a former industrialist's estate.

The artist died in 1976, and his friends later organized exhibitions of his paintings across Europe, which eventually led to the museum's opening in 1998. The estate was originally owned by industrialist Stepan Lianozov, whose name the district bears.

The collection shows how Slavic mythology and folk traditions were expressed through paintings, mosaics, and birch bark objects that remain relevant to understanding Russian heritage today. Visitors can see how the artist incorporated traditional motifs throughout his work.

The museum offers guided tours, educational programs, and interactive activities for children focused on Russian history and traditional musical instruments. Plan your visit when weather allows full access to the grounds, as the English-style park is an important part of the experience.

The collection holds over 400 artworks by the painter, many depicting traditional Slavic themes that were less known in Western Europe during the Cold War era. The paintings were preserved and transported to Europe by the artist's friends before eventually returning to Russia for permanent display.

Inception: 1998

Website: http://muzey-vasilyeva.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.89917,37.56565

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02