Art Palace
About This Museum
What truly sets the Art Palace apart is its singular devotion to the magic of performance. Housed in a lavishly ornate 19th-century mansion, this isn't your typical fine art museum; it's a backstage pass to the world of theater, cinema, and music. You'll wander through rooms filled with the very costumes worn on stage, see candid photos of legendary actors, and admire bold vintage film posters. It’s a place that feels alive with the ghosts of past performances.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the collection of elaborate Georgian national costumes from historic opera productions or the personal effects of famed ballerina Vakhtang Chabukiani. The walls are a gallery themselves, lined with dramatic Soviet-era cinematic posters that are works of art in their own right.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good couple of hours to properly soak in the atmosphere—it's a compact but densely packed treasure trove. The museum is tucked away on a quiet street in the Sololaki district, so it offers a wonderfully peaceful escape from the city bustle.
Architecture & Building
The collection is perfectly at home in its building, a stunning example of Tbilisi's classic 'Italianate' style with intricate wooden balconies, grand arched windows, and beautifully preserved original details.
