Museum of Water, Water museum in central Kyiv, Ukraine
The Museum of Water occupies a restored 29-meter (95-foot) tower and underground reservoir in Khreshchatyi Park, displaying exhibits about Earth's water systems and resources. The collection features pipes made from wood, ceramic, cast iron, and plastic spanning from the 1700s to modern times.
Architect Alexander Schille designed the water tower in 1876 to supply water to Kyiv residents, serving this purpose until late in the 20th century. The underground reservoir was added in 1909 when the city switched to artesian water sources.
Water played a central role in city life, and the display of pipes made from different materials across centuries shows how people's relationship with this resource evolved. Visitors can trace these changes through the objects on display, which reveal shifts in daily habits and technology.
The museum is located near Independence Square metro station and operates Wednesday through Sunday with seasonal hours that change between September and May. Check opening times before visiting, as they vary throughout the year.
The underground reservoir hidden beneath the park reveals a turning point in the city's history when water supply was modernized, shifting from the tower system to artesian sources. This concealed space demonstrates how infrastructure beneath a city's streets shaped everyday life in ways residents rarely considered.
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