Events

Benois Café Opens at the Russian Museum

The Benois Café has opened in the Column Hall of the Benois Wing at the Russian Museum.  

09.06.2026

Glass in Sculpture Exhibition Opens at the Stroganov Palace of the Russian Museum

The magnificent glass sculptures complement the architecture and opulent interiors of the palace – a celebrated 18th-century landmark in the heart of St Petersburg that blends the splendor of the Baroque with the elegance of Classicism.

08.05.2026

The Russian Museum Receives New Krestetskaya Strochka Embroidery Works as Gifts

A formal ceremony was held in the Folk Art rooms of the Mikhailovsky Palace at the Russian Museum, during which representatives of the Krestetskaya Strochka factory donated two unique works to the museum’s collection: the technically complex panel Order of Victory and an Apron-ponyova.

05.05.2026

Glass and Stone Exhibition Opens at the Russian Museum’s Stroganov Palace

A new exhibition bringing together geology and art has opened at the Stroganov Palace, with the support of the Magnesit Group and the Sobranie Foundation. Approximately 100 exhibits are on display across the Neva Enfilade halls on the first floor and in the courtyard of the Stroganov Palace, including rare mineral specimens and glass artworks.

30.04.2026

Andrei Konchalovsky and Yulia Vysotskaya Are Honored Guests at Pyotr Konchalovsky Exhibition

Andrei Konchalovsky – the People’s Artist of the Russian Federation, acclaimed theater and film director, and award-winner at the Venice and Cannes Film Festivals – accompanied by his wife Yulia Vysotskaya – Honored Artist of the Russian Federation, actress, and television presenter – visited the exhibition at the Russian Museum’s Benois Wing dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the eminent artist of the Surikov-Konchalovsky-Mikhalkov dynasty.

30.04.2026

Friends of the Russian Museum Club Is Now Open

On 25 April, the museum’s anniversary, we officially launched the Friends of the Russian Museum – a community for those passionate about art who wish to help preserve our shared artistic heritage. Celebrate culture and become a vital part of our nation’s history.

25.04.2026

Special Events Marking the Anniversary of the Russian Museum

On 25 April, be among the first to visit the exhibition Ivan Shishkin: The Russian Forest, receive complimentary admission to the Mikhailovsky Palace and try your luck in a guaranteed-prize lottery!

24.04.2026

Minsk hosted the Russian Museum Days – an event of unprecedented scale

From 8 to 10 April, the Russian Museum Days took place in Minsk, never before held on such a large scale. Senior officials and leading specialists of the Russian Museum prepared an extensive programme covering all areas of museum activities: academic research, exhibitions, restoration, inclusion programmes, guided tours, multimedia, the Youth Council, and educational programmes.

17.04.2026

Important information for February 25

Dear visitors! Today the ticket site is closed for maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience, but at the moment the site is on maintenance.

25.02.2025

Happy New 2025 Year!

Dear visitors! We would like to wish you a happy New Year and a great holidays!  Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to seeing you again in 2024. Sincerely yours, Russian Museum                
Please note that museum is closed on December 31 and January 1.

30.12.2024

Changes in the opening hours of the ​December 27

​Dear visitors! The Marble Palace will be closed to visitors on December 27 from 14.30.We apologize for the inconvenience.

27.12.2024

New timetable in St. Michael's Castle. December 26

Dear visitors! On December 26  halls №№ 239, 243, 244, 244А, 250-253  of St Michael's Castle are closed due to technical reasons from 14.00. Please accept our apologies for any inconveniences caused.

26.12.2024

Changes in the opening hours of the Benois Wing on December 20

Dear visitors! The Benois Wing  the will be closed to visitors on December 20 from 15.30. We apologize for the inconvenience.

20.12.2024

Changes in the opening hours of the ​December 19 and 21

​Dear visitors! The Marble Palace will be closed to visitors on December 19 from 13.00. The Marble Palace will be closed to visitors on December 21 for all day. We apologize for the inconvenience.

19.12.2024

Changes in the opening hours of the ​December 4, 5, 6

​Dear visitors! The Marble Palace will be closed to visitors on December 4, 5, 6. We apologize for the inconvenience.

04.12.2024

New timetable in St. Michael's Castle. December 2 and 4

Dear visitors! On December 2 and 4 halls №№ 239, 243, 244, 244А of St Michael's Castle are closed due to technical reasons from 10.00 to 18.00. Entire St Michael's Castle are closed from 16.00. Please accept our apologies for any inconveniences caused. 

02.12.2024

On November 02 St Michael's Castle are closed

On November 02 St Michael's Castle are closed due to technical reasons  from 15.00. Please accept our apologies for any inconveniences caused.  

02.11.2024

Changes in the shedule of the Mikhailovsky Garden in september

Dear guests! September 11, 12, 13  the Mikhailovsky Garden will be closed. Please accept our apologies for any inconveniences.

03.09.2024

Changes in the opening hours of the Benois Wing on August 01

Dear visitors! The Benois Wing  the will be closed to visitors on August 01 from 15.00. We apologize for the inconvenience.

01.08.2024

New timetable in St. Michael's Castle. Jule 24

Dear visitors! On Jule 24  halls №№135, 239, 243, 244, 244А, 250-253, 253А, 253Б, 255, 256 of St Michael's Castle are closed due to technical reasons from 10.00 to 18.00. Entire St Michael's Castle are closed from 15.00. Please accept our apologies for any inconveniences caused.

24.07.2024