Sholom Aleichem Museum

The Sholom Aleichem Museum is a cultural institution in Kyiv dedicated to Jewish themes and housed in a historic residential building. It displays artwork, writings, and manuscripts connected to Jewish life and literary heritage.

Writer Solomon Rabinovich, known by his pen name Sholom Aleichem, lived in this house from 1896 to 1903 and wrote several of his works here. The building was later converted into a museum to preserve his literary legacy.

The museum displays objects connected to Jewish life and traditions as they were lived in this city. The exhibitions help visitors understand how Jewish culture held an important place in this community.

The house is located downtown and open several days a week, where visitors can explore the rooms freely or book guided tours. It is easily accessible on foot and provides a pleasant visit without overwhelming crowds.

The building was not just a museum but also the actual residence where the writer lived and worked, giving visitors a genuine sense of how he spent his daily life. This authenticity makes the experience particularly meaningful for those interested in the history of Jewish literature.

Location: Kyiv

Inception: 2009

Official opening: March 2, 2009

Address: м. Київ, вул. В.Васильківська, 5А

Website: http://sholomaleichemmuseum.com

GPS coordinates: 50.44133,30.52014

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02