Chamber Museum of the Second World War
About This Museum
You'd never guess this unassuming place holds such powerful stories. Tucked away on a quiet street in Omsk, the Chamber Museum of the Second World War delivers an experience that's profoundly intimate and personal. It feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping directly into a carefully preserved piece of history. The sheer density of artifacts and personal accounts makes the global conflict feel immediate and deeply human.
Collection Highlights
Look for the handwritten letters from the front, their paper now fragile and thin. A fully restored PPSh-41 submachine gun sits near a collection of soldier's personal effects—a simple spoon, a worn photograph. The displays focus heavily on the Siberian contribution to the war effort, telling stories often overlooked in broader narratives.
Visitor Information
It's a small, volunteer-run spot, so it's best to check local listings for their current opening hours before you make the trip. The modest scale means you can have a really thoughtful, unrushed visit.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a simple, almost utilitarian Soviet-era building with a plain brick facade that gives nothing away. It’s the kind of structure you might walk right past, which makes the treasures inside all the more surprising.
Contact & Location
Address: 644012, Советский административный округ, Омск, городской округ Омск, Омская область, Сибирский федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 905 944-64-52
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