Church-Archaeological Cabinet

The Church-Archaeological Cabinet is a museum in Sergiyev Posad spread across twelve exhibition halls within the former Tsar Palace at the Trinity Sergius Lavra complex. The rooms display religious artwork, ancient objects used in worship, and sacred pieces from different time periods.

The museum was founded in 1871 and witnessed major changes of the 20th century, including revolution and its effects on religious institutions. Recovery of the collection began in the 1940s after theological schools returned to the city.

The collection displays religious objects and artwork that reflect the daily life and practices of the Russian Orthodox Church. Visitors see icons, liturgical vestments, and items used in worship and church ceremonies.

The museum sits within the Trinity Sergius Lavra complex and is easy to reach on foot when exploring the grounds. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and allow plenty of time to go through all the exhibition halls.

The museum holds a special collection of gifts and donations from senior priests and church leaders that shows its ties to spiritual authority. These personal gifts give insight into relationships between the institution and church hierarchy.

Location: Moscow

Inception: 1814

Website: http://acmus.ru

GPS coordinates: 56.31140,38.13000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:20