Rousse Regional Historical Museum

The Rousse Regional Historical Museum is housed in a former palace building and presents collections in multiple locations throughout the city. Its exhibitions showcase artifacts from early human settlements through later periods and include both indoor galleries and open-air sites with archaeological remains.

The institution was established in the early 1900s, building its initial collections from archaeologists who studied the region's ancient past. Over time it expanded its holdings and now uses multiple buildings across the city to display its collections.

The museum displays objects that reflect the different periods when people lived in this region and shows how craftsmanship evolved across centuries. Visitors can trace how artistic techniques and daily practices changed from ancient times through the modern era.

The institution has several locations spread throughout Ruse, so a walk across different parts of the city helps you see all the sections. Wearing comfortable shoes is helpful, especially if you plan to visit the open-air archaeological sites.

The museum preserves remains of extinct animals that lived in this area thousands of years ago. Alongside these rare fossils, it displays metal objects that may have connections to ancient armies passing through the region.

Location: Ruse

Operator: Министерство на Културата

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:00

Phone: +35982825002

Website: https://museumruse.com

GPS coordinates: 43.84405,25.94766

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:06