maksim-gorky
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet street in the old part of Nizhny Novgorod, this isn't your typical grand museum. It feels more like stepping right into the world of Maxim Gorky himself, capturing the spirit of the writer who so vividly chronicled the lives of ordinary Russians. The apartment is preserved almost exactly as it was when he lived here with his family in the early 1900s. You can almost hear the echoes of passionate debates about literature and social change that once filled these rooms.
Collection Highlights
The real treasures are Gorky's personal belongings—his simple writing desk, well-worn books, and even his wife's elegant peignoir set laid out as if she just stepped away. My favorite detail is the collection of photographs and letters that reveal his deep connection to other great artists and thinkers of his time, like Feodor Chaliapin.
Visitor Information
It's a small, intimate space, so you don't need more than an hour. The staff are wonderfully knowledgeable locals who love to share little-known stories if you ask. Just be sure to check their opening hours online before you go, as they can be a bit unique.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in a modest, two-story merchant's tenement building made of wood, painted a soft yellow with classic white trim—a charming example of late 19th-century Russian urban architecture.
Contact & Location
Address: М. Горький, улица Гагарина, Вятские Поляны, городской округ Вятские Поляны, Кировская область, Приволжский федеральный округ, 612960, Россия
Phone: +7 831 236-56-29
Website: Visit Website
