Ulyanovsk Oblast Local Museum

Ulyanovsk Oblast Local Museum is a regional museum in Ulyanovsk that displays collections about the history and nature of the Volga area. The building holds exhibits on minerals, plants, and animals, as well as historical documents and artifacts from different periods of regional history.

The city was founded in 1648 as Simbirsk and served as an important trading post along the Volga River. In 1924 it was renamed Ulyanovsk to honor Vladimir Lenin, who was born there in 1870.

The museum displays regional crafts and traditional clothing that reflect how Russians and Tatars have lived together in this area. The collection shows the daily cultural practices that shaped local communities over time.

The museum is located in the city center and is easy to reach on foot, with good transportation connections from all neighborhoods. Plan to spend two to three hours for a comfortable visit to explore the exhibits.

The museum preserves rare botanical specimens and mineral collections from the Volga region that show the natural diversity found there. These collections help visitors understand the special landscapes and resources that characterize the area.

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00;Thursday[2,4] 12:00-20:00;

GPS coordinates: 54.31544,48.40552

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:02