Музей игральных карт, Playing cards museum in Petergof, Russia
The Playing Cards Museum in Petergof houses over ten thousand items, including decks, accessories, and manufacturing tools arranged in multiple themed exhibition spaces. The collection spans finished products alongside the implements and materials used in their creation.
The museum was founded in 2007 and occupies one of the Cavalier Houses built in the late eighteenth century within Petergof's grounds. The building itself carries the architectural legacy of the estate where the card collection is housed.
The museum displays cards from many countries, showing how they were used for learning, marketing, games, and entertainment across different times. Visitors can see the various ways these objects fit into daily life and special occasions.
Individual visitors can explore the museum with guided tours available at regular intervals, or on your own pace. Reduced rates apply to students and visitors in certain categories.
The exhibition blends traditional display cases with modern technology, including virtual reality installations and interactive lighting in the showcases. This combination of historical craftsmanship and contemporary techniques creates a distinctive visiting experience.
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