Peter I house in Vologda, Historical museum in Vologda, Russia
The Peter I House is a one-story stone building standing by the Vologda River, measuring roughly 11 by 12 meters with walls about one meter thick. The structure now displays exhibitions about Peter's connections to the city through objects and documents from his era.
The building was constructed in 1652 by a Dutch merchant and served as lodging for Peter I during the Northern War, when he visited the city five times. Its conversion to a museum in 1872 marked a significant moment in preserving the memory of his connection to the region.
The museum shows how Peter I viewed Vologda as a place connected to his ambitions, presenting this through personal objects and military items on display. The courtyard's cannon reflects the military concerns that occupied his attention during his stays.
The museum is located at Sovetsky Prospekt and welcomes visitors on weekdays and weekends with regular opening hours. It helps to check exact times before visiting and allow enough time to view the exhibitions comfortably.
The building was originally constructed by a Dutch merchant named Goytman, reflecting its special connection to the city's European trading past. This foreign origin makes it a rare example of 17th-century Dutch architecture standing in northern Russia.
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