Semey Regional Historical and Local History Museum

Semey Regional Historical and Local History Museum displays archaeological finds, ethnographic materials, and historical objects throughout its exhibition spaces. The collections feature fossils, animal specimens, plant samples, and minerals from the region.

The museum was founded in 1883 by political exiles who came to the city from the Russian Empire. During the October 1917 revolution, the building served as a gathering place for political speeches.

The collections include palaeontology specimens, zoological exhibits, botanical samples, minerals, and traditional items that represent the heritage of the Semey region.

A visit requires no special preparation and suits visitors of all ages and interests. Guided tours are available in multiple languages to help you understand the collections better.

The building has a second identity as a place of revolution and was the setting for important political speeches during a pivotal moment in Soviet history. Many visitors overlook this dramatic past hidden within its walls.