M. F. Sumtsov Kharkiv Historical Museum, Historical museum in central Kharkiv, Ukraine.
The M. F. Sumtsov Kharkiv Historical Museum is a history museum in central Kharkiv focused on the development of Eastern Ukraine. The collection includes thousands of objects from various periods, including archaeological finds, paintings, and historical documents.
The institution was founded in 1920 from the Museum of Slobid Ukraine and integrated collections from Kharkiv University Museum dating back to 1804. This merger of academic and local holdings made the museum one of the oldest systematic archives of the region.
The museum displays kurgan steles and female statues from the 12th century, offering insight into the region's early inhabitants. These archaeological pieces help visitors understand the cultural diversity of Eastern Ukraine across centuries.
The museum offers guided tours, workshops, and research facilities for visitors with different interests. The building is fully wheelchair accessible and easy to navigate for people with mobility concerns.
The museum holds original manuscripts and artifacts from the 1902 Archaeological Congress, a significant gathering that brought together extensive collections from the region. These documents offer insight into the earliest modern efforts to document Ukrainian history.
Location: Kharkiv
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: http://museum.kh.ua
GPS coordinates: 49.99266,36.23057
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48
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