West Kazakhstan Regional Historical and Local History Museum

The West Kazakhstan Regional Historical and Local History Museum contains over 32,000 artifacts representing the heritage of West Kazakhstan through archaeological finds and ethnographic displays.

The museum, established in 1836, started as a primary institution for documenting the development of the West Kazakhstan region during the period of Russian settlement.

The museum exhibits include traditional Kazakh crafts, regional costumes, archaeological discoveries, and numerous artifacts demonstrating the customs of local ethnic groups throughout centuries.

Located at coordinates 51.205061, 51.3703, the museum receives 32,689 visitors annually and maintains regular exhibitions focusing on different aspects of regional history.

The museum collection features artifacts from the ancient Silk Road trade routes, demonstrating the historical connection between European and Asian civilizations through West Kazakhstan.

Location: Oral

Inception: 1836

Official opening: 1836

Website: http://olketanu.kz

GPS coordinates: 51.20506,51.37030

Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:16