Saint-Petersburg Institute of History

The Saint-Petersburg Institute of History is a research institution of the Russian Academy of Sciences organized into several departments. These departments focus on medieval history, modern history, and regional studies across different periods of the Russian past.

The institute was founded in 1936 following a reorganization of historical research departments within the Academy of Sciences. The Academy itself had been established by Peter I in 1724 as Russia's main center for scientific research.

The institute promotes academic discourse through conferences and seminars, enabling scholars to exchange findings about Russian history and methodology across different periods.

The facility's library holds extensive collections of manuscripts, rare books, and historical documents available to researchers. It is located in Saint Petersburg's academic district and welcomes visitors with research interests.

The institute maintains digitized archives of historical materials that blend traditional research methods with modern technologies. These digitization efforts make rare and fragile documents accessible to a wider audience of scholars and interested visitors.

Location: Saint Petersburg

Inception: 1936

Website: http://spbiiran.nw.ru

GPS coordinates: 59.96364,30.29189

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05