Khakassia National Museum
About This Museum
The Khakassia National Museum feels less like a formal institution and more like a key to unlocking the soul of Southern Siberia. It carves out a unique identity by weaving together the land's deep natural history with the vibrant, living traditions of its indigenous Turkic peoples. You won't find a sterile separation of disciplines here; instead, the steppe's ecology flows directly into the story of the ancient clans who thrived upon it. This creates a powerful, holistic narrative that is both expansive and intimately local.
Collection Highlights
The true stars are the stone stelae, or 'stone women,' weathered figures from millennia past that guard their secrets in hushed galleries. Alongside them, you'll find wonderfully preserved Scythian-era gold adornments and a full-sized traditional yurt, complete with authentic household items that whisper of daily life on the vast Khakassian steppe.
Visitor Information
It's the kind of place where you can easily lose an afternoon, so give yourself time to wander. Located on Pushkin Street in Abakan, it's a central and accessible spot for anyone looking to understand the heart of this fascinating republic.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a solid, unassuming building that speaks more to Soviet-era functionalism than ornate Tsarist design, its exterior belies the cultural riches held within.
Contact & Location
Address: 655012, Абакан, городской округ Абакан, Республика Хакасия, Сибирский федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 390 230-64-11
Website: Visit Website
