Prokop'yevskiy Gorodskoy Krayevedcheskiy Muzey
About This Museum
You might not expect it, but tucked away on Prospekt Shakhterov is a place that holds the entire soul of our mining city. It’s a treasure trove where you can walk from the age of mammoths straight into the Soviet era, all under one roof. I always tell people to look for the personal stories—the miner's lamp blackened from use, the carefully preserved letters from the front. It’s these small things that make our history breathe.
Collection Highlights
The massive skull and tusks of a woolly mammoth always stop visitors in their tracks. Then there's the detailed reconstruction of a traditional Shor dwelling, a quiet reminder of the land's first people. But for me, the heart of the collection is the 'Gornyak' (Miner) exhibit, filled with gritty photographs and worn-down tools that tell the real story of Prokopyevsk.
Visitor Information
It's easy to find at 63 Prospekt Shakhterov; just look for the solid, unassuming building near the center of town. Pop in any day except Monday—it's a perfect way to spend an afternoon, especially if you get one of the older guides who share stories you won't find on any placard.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in a classic example of mid-20th century Soviet civic architecture—a practical, sturdy structure built to last, with a certain dignified simplicity to its facade.
Contact & Location
Address: 653000, Рудничный район, Прокопьевск, Прокопьевский городской округ, Кемеровская область, Сибирский федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 384 661-03-93
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