Krymsky Val, 9-45

Krymsky Val 9-45 is a multi-story art building in Yakimanka District featuring large glass panels and geometric patterns characteristic of Postconstructivism architecture. The interior spaces combine contemporary exhibition areas with original structural elements from its earlier phases.

The building rose in the early 20th century as an exhibition space and was later adapted into a central venue for art displays. Its structure reflects shifts in Russian architecture and its changing purpose for cultural activities across the decades.

The building hosts exhibitions of Soviet and Russian contemporary art, where visitors encounter works spanning multiple decades and artistic movements. The spaces function as a gathering point for artists and collectors interested in 20th-century visual culture.

The building sits near a metro station and is accessible on foot from the city center, with the entrance on Krymsky Val street. Visitors should check exhibition schedules beforehand, as opening times may vary depending on the current program.

The building emerged from collaboration among several architects, including influential figures from the avant-garde movement. This partnership shaped a place where traditional craftsmanship and modern display coexisted.

Location: Yakimanka District

Inception: 1895

Architects: Sergey Sherwood, El Lissitzky, Lyubov Zalesskaya, Vasily Voynov

Architectural style: Postconstructivism

Part of: Gorky Park, Garage Center for Contemporary Culture, Gorky Park

Address: улица Крымский Вал, 9 стр. 45, Москва, 119049

GPS coordinates: 55.73268,37.60093

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03