Night of Museums in Tomsk: Locations of Unpleasant Spots and Mammoth Cemetery Program
The Hype for Tomsk's Night of Museums!
Get ready for an extravaganza of culture, history, and arts as Tomsk's Night of Museums is rolling back into town on the 16th and 17th of May! Here's a sneak peek at what's in store for you.
Friday, 16 May
Kick things off at the Museum of Slavic Mythology where you'll find a packed schedule of events. Keep your eyes peeled for the reconstructed life and military aspects of medieval Russia, the opening of the exhibition "Verochka: The Soil's Memory," and a lecture on the folklore hero.
Daytime activities for the little ones include medieval-themed games, sword fighting, and DIY crafts. Rock out to the tunes of the band "Pereplut" in the evening, and be mesmerized by the show put on by the Theatre of Light and Shadow.
Don't forget to visit the Museum of Tomsk History for their quirky, off-beat tours, which include "Scents of Tomsk's History," "Rumors and Gossip of Tomsk," and the "Unruly Tour: A Walk through Tomsk's Shady Spots."
Evening Programme (3+): 7:00 PM–11:00 PM. Tickets: 450 Rubles.
Saturday, 17 May
The Museum of Tomsk History continues to impress with educational excursions, lectures on Tomsk's local leaders and early settlers, and a dark, sinister tour of the Izuemrudny Dom.
Catch a live performance by songstress, Yevgenia Lekonceva, author, Pavel Beliaev's new book presentation, and a DIY souvenir workshop featuring Tomsk lacquer art. Step back in time by having your photograph taken in a vintage costume.
All-ages Programme (0+): 4:00 PM–10:00 PM. Tickets: 400 Rubles.
Tomsk Planetarium
Your intergalactic adventure awaits at the Tomsk Planetarium with its various exhibits, including "The Tunguska Phenomenon," a solar clock DIY workshop, and an immersive, full-dome film experience showcasing "Cosmic Adventures for Kids," "The History of Russian Space Exploration," "The Formula of Victory," "Planets of the Solar System" and many more!
Evening Programme (0+): 7:00 PM–10:00 PM. Tickets: 500 Rubles.
Museums of Tomsk's Universities
Step inside the Museum of Torf at Tomsk State Pedagogical University for an exploration of the essential role of bogs in WWII and the Museum of Teacher Education for an evening stroll around the Teacher's Institute with A.M. Volkov.
Meanwhile, Tomsk State University is bustling with activities across five museums, a university park, and the Centre for Culture. Don't miss the historical education-themed mini-exhibition, art exhibits, hands-on workshops, and interactive stations in the Zoological Museum and Palaeontological Museum.
Free admission for all!
Museum of the Beginning of Science "The Point of Gravity"
This is the perfect family-friendly event with exciting demonstrations of robots, a Lego construction workshop, and visits to laboratories named after Marie Curie and Galileo Galilei.
Family Programme (6+): 6:00 PM–9:00 PM. Tickets: 400 Rubles. Just call 903-437 or 8-961-891-9374 for registration.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Tomsk's culture and history during the Night of Museums. Let the adventure begin!
- Delve into a world of fashion and beauty at the Museum of Tomsk History's vaunted "Scents of Tomsk's History" tour, where you can uncover the allure of Tomsk's historical fragrances.
- Enhance your lifestyle by visiting the Tomsk Planetarium and participating in the solar clock DIY workshop, offering hands-on experience with space-related technology.
- Satisfy your curiosity with the education-themed mini-exhibition at Tomsk State University, blending food-and-drink opportunities with knowledge dissemination.
- Embark on a globetrotting journey without leaving Tomsk, as you explore the Museum of the Beginning of Science "The Point of Gravity" and delve into the realm of entertainment with the Lego construction workshop.
