Museum "Yalkala"

Museum Yalkala is a historical and ethnographic museum in Ilyichyovo housed in a preserved wooden building. Its exhibition halls display regional artifacts, traditional clothing, and historical documents that document the cultural heritage of the area.

The museum was founded in 1940 after the northern Karelian Isthmus became part of the Soviet Union, initially focusing on Lenin's time in hiding in 1917. Over time it developed beyond this single focus to include broader historical themes.

The museum displays local crafts and household items that reflect how people in this region lived and worked. These collections show the skills and traditions that shaped daily life in the Karelian Isthmus communities.

The building is located on Selskaya Street and offers guided tours through its permanent exhibitions with regular opening hours year-round. Visitors should allow enough time to explore the different exhibition halls.

The building itself is a preserved wooden structure that reflects the architectural style of its era. Its preservation makes it equally valuable as the contents it displays today.

Location: Ilyichyovo

Inception: 1940

GPS coordinates: 60.27205,29.75882

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07