Arkheologiya Etnografiya I Ekologiya Sibiri
About This Museum
Tucked away on a main boulevard in the industrial city of Kemerovo, this university museum is a surprising portal into the vast, wild heart of Siberia. You don't just see artifacts here; you walk past a towering brown bear, its fur ruffled as if by a taiga breeze, and come face-to-face with the intricate beadwork on a shaman's coat. It’s a place that effortlessly connects ancient pottery shards with the living traditions of indigenous Khakas and Teleut communities. The sheer scope makes it clear this is more than a museum—it's the region's memory keeper.
Collection Highlights
A full-scale reconstruction of a traditional Khakas yurt, complete with household items, stands alongside cases of remarkably preserved Scythian-era gold ornaments. The natural history section is dominated by an impressive diorama of local wildlife, featuring that imposing brown bear and a sleek sable.
Visitor Information
It's located right on Sovetskiy Prospekt, easy to find, and being part of the university means entry is often free or very affordable—just check their current hours online before you go as they can be tailored to the academic calendar.
Architecture & Building
The building is a solid, functional piece of Soviet-era academic architecture, but step inside and you'll find modern, well-lit exhibition halls that feel surprisingly spacious and engaging.
Contact & Location
Address: 650000, Центральный район, Кемерово, Кемеровский городской округ, Кемеровская область, Сибирский федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 384 258-43-18
Website: Visit Website
