Bekhterev's museum in Elabuga

The Bekhterev Museum is housed in a historic building and displays medical objects, documents, and personal belongings from different time periods. The collection shows how medical practice developed from earlier times to modern days.

Vladimir Bekhterev was a pioneer in neurology and psychology whose research shaped medical history. The museum honors his life and scientific work through its collection.

The exhibitions display medical objects and personal items from the area, showing how healthcare practices changed over time in the region. Visitors can observe how doctors worked in the past and what tools they used.

The museum is located within the Elabuga State Historical Complex and is open from Tuesday through Sunday. Visitors should plan 1 to 2 hours for a visit and can join guided tours in Russian.

The museum holds a rare collection of medical tools and documents from rural doctors who worked in the area during the 1800s. These items show what challenges doctors faced in remote regions back then.

Location: Yelabuga

Inception: June 29, 2007

Address: Елабуга, проспект Нефтяников, д. 111 а

Website: http://elabuga.com/bekhterev/aboutBekhterevMuseum.html

GPS coordinates: 55.75977,52.04690

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01