Kharkov museum of nature

The Kharkov Museum of Nature is a natural history museum in Kharkiv organized into four departments that cover geology, invertebrates, vertebrates, and the evolution of life on Earth. The collection spans from mineral specimens to animal remains, presenting different aspects of the natural sciences in a structured way.

The museum began in 1806 when Severin Potocki started a geological office with mineral collections from Hanover. The collection expanded over time as zoological specimens from Italy and other places were added.

The museum operates as part of V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University and functions as a place where researchers and visitors explore the natural world together. Tours are offered in multiple languages, welcoming anyone interested in learning about life on Earth.

The museum is located near Universytet Metro station and opens Monday through Saturday for visitors. Tours are mandatory to view the collections, so plan your visit accordingly.

The museum holds one of the largest collections of primate exhibits, with roughly 90 specimens representing multiple species from different parts of the world. This collection displays the diversity of these animals that visitors rarely encounter elsewhere.

Location: Kharkiv

Location: Kharkiv Raion

Inception: 1807

Part of: Kharkiv National University named for V.N. Karazin

Website: http://muzei-prirody.blogspot.com

GPS coordinates: 50.00825,36.23655

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42