Nadezhda Krupskaya

The Nadezhda Krupskaya monument is a bronze and granite structure located in Krasnoselsky District, designed by architect Vsevolod Voskresensky. The work depicts the Soviet education official in materials chosen to endure for generations.

The monument was erected in 1976 to honor Nadezhda Krupskaya, who served as deputy minister of education for the Soviet Union from 1929 until her death in 1939. Her tenure marked a significant period in Soviet education development.

The monument honors Krupskaya's role in Soviet education reform and her work to make libraries accessible to ordinary people throughout the Soviet Union. Her contributions to public learning remain visible through this public tribute in the city.

The monument is situated in Krasnoselsky District and is easily accessible to visitors walking through the neighborhood. Being a public work, you can view it at any time without restrictions.

The work connects the portrayal of Krupskaya with her historical involvement in Lenin's activities during the Soviet revolutionary period. This link between personal history and political influence makes the monument a window into a complex era.

Location: Krasnoselsky District

Inception: 1976

Architects: Vsevolod Voskresensky

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: 55.76662,37.63229

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54