Exaltation of the Cross Church, Darna, Eastern Orthodox church in Darna, Russia.

The Exaltation of the Cross Church in Darna is a Russian Revival building designed by architect Sergey Sherwood, largely completed in 1895 with construction continuing until 1900. Its brick walls and bell tower were restored between 1991 and 2010 under architect Marina Goryacheva, and interior painting was finished by 2025.

The first wooden church on the site was built in 1686 and stood for about a century. A later wooden church dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul burned down in March 1893. The present brick church, designed by architect Sergey Sherwood, was largely completed in 1895, with construction continuing until 1900. Closed in the 1930s, it was used as a tractor workshop and later a fertilizer store; German shelling destroyed the bell tower during World War II. Returned to the Orthodox Church in 1991, it was restored under architect Marina Goryacheva by 2010, with interior work continuing until 2013 and wall painting finished by 2025.

The church serves as a gathering place where Orthodox believers come together for worship and observance. Religious imagery and symbols throughout the interior reflect the spiritual traditions that remain central to the community.

The church is located about 65 kilometers northwest of Moscow in the Istrinsky District and welcomes visitors. Check local conditions before visiting as active services may affect visitor access to certain areas.

German shells destroyed the bell tower during the Second World War, and it was rebuilt during the restoration led by architect Marina Goryacheva, completed in 2010. Wall painting continued afterwards and was finished by 2025.