Charents Museum of Literature and Arts, Literary museum in Kentron District, Armenia
The Charents Museum of Literature and Arts contains manuscripts and books spanning three centuries, with archives from six hundred Armenian authors, playwrights, and musicians.
The museum opened its doors in October 1921 under the direction of Yervand Shahaziz and received its current name in 1967 after poet Yeghishe Charents.
The institution maintains collections of photographs, posters, drafts, theatrical items, personal artifacts, and musical instruments that document Armenian artistic expression.
Located at 1 Aram Street in Yerevan, the museum presents regular exhibitions, book presentations, and cultural events throughout the calendar year.
The museum houses the 'Near East' exhibition featuring 2,500 original artifacts from Marcos Grigoryan's collection, donated to Armenia in 1993.
Location: Yerevan
Location: Kentron District
Inception: October 1921
Founders: Yervand Shahaziz
Address: Երևան, Արամի փողոց 1 0010
Website: https://gatmuseum.am
GPS coordinates: 40.17889,44.51444
Latest update: March 7, 2025 08:47
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