House-Museum of Niyazi

The House-Museum of Niyazi is a literary museum in Baku that documents the life and work of an important Azerbaijani poet and playwright. The collection includes manuscripts, personal belongings, and photographs that reveal details about his creative life.

The museum was established in 1994 in a building that reflects mid-twentieth century Baku residential architecture. This structure dates from a formative period in the city's development as a cultural center.

The name Niyazi represents a poet who shaped modern Azerbaijani literature and theater. Visitors can see how his creative work connected to the broader cultural life of his era.

The rooms are arranged as they were during Niyazi's lifetime, with original furniture and his personal library preserved in place. Visitors gain a clear sense of how a twentieth century Azerbaijani writer lived and worked.

Niyazi's personal library remains on display, showing which books and authors influenced his thinking. This detail lets visitors trace the sources that shaped his own writing.

Location: Baku

Inception: 1994

Official opening: September 18, 1994

Website: http://musicmuseum.az

GPS coordinates: 40.37472,49.84306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:27