The Demidov Route

History Museum

The museum presents events of urban history and the work of mining plants in a spectacular and captivating form, starting from the 18th century. The outdoor museum exposition allows you to find yourself in the very heart of the city – at the Dam of the City Pond, a landmark and starting point where 300 years ago, on November 18, 1723, the test launch of the ironworks took place.

Address: 26 Karla Libknekhta Street, Yekaterinburg

Opening hours: Wednesday-Thursday 10:00 am-7:00 pm,
Friday 10:00 am-6:00 pm,
Saturday-Sunday 11:00 am-7:00 pm

Website: m-i-e.ru

Denisov-Uralsky Stone-Cutting Art History Center

A museum in a luxurious 19th-century mansion shows the region's development through the art of stone-cutting. The first floor tells about the wealth of the Urals' subsoil and the peculiarities of miners' and stone-cutters' work. On the second floor, you can get acquainted with this complex craft firsthand: learn the features of stone processing and try creating a stone product yourself.

Address: 5 Pushkina Street, Yekaterinburg

Opening hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 11:00 am-7:00 pm

Website: i-z-o.art

Europe – Asia Obelisk

The borders of continents are traditionally marked by monumental obelisks – and one of them is located not far from Yekaterinburg. Stones from the extreme points of Europe and Asia were brought here, and if you stand on the dividing line, you'll find yourself in two parts of the world at once.

Address: 17 km of the Novo-Moskovsky Tract

Nevyansk Leaning Tower

A true symbol of the city, erected in memory of the founder of the Demidov dynasty. Sometimes it's said they wanted to replicate the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa here, but that's not true: the ground began to subside during construction, so the inclination was unforeseen.

Address: 3a Skver Demidovykh, Nevyansk

Opening hours: Monday-Sunday, 9:00 am-6:00 pm

Website: невьянскиймузей.рф

Nevyansk State Historical and Architectural Museum

One of the largest museums in the region. The exhibition tells about the Demidov family, the city's development, and the work of the Nevyansk Plant. You will also learn about the life of craftsmen, how gold was mined in past centuries, and if you wish – try your hand at being a prospector on interactive attractions.

Address: 1B Sovetskaya Street, Nevyansk

Opening hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Website: невьянскиймузей.рф

House of the Nevyansk Icon

A workshop carefully preserving the secrets of the local icon-painting school. In addition to traditional techniques, they master new ones, organically combining the traditional style with casting and jewelry art. If you wish, you can order an icon here: the master will clarify the saint or subject, help decide on materials and size, and later you'll receive a truly unique icon from the workshop.

Address: 16 Sovetskaya Street, Nevyansk

Opening hours: Monday-Sunday, 11:00 am-6:00 pm

Tavolozhskaya Ceramics

The art of traditional Tavolozhskaya ceramics is hundreds of years old: the craft originated in the mid-17th century. It all started with a simple clay whistle and practical pottery. With the opening of the Demidov brass plant, masters gained the opportunity to produce copper glazes and cover products with an emerald color. This very color became the main feature distinguishing Tavolozhskaya ceramics from others. At a master class, you can try decorating a clay product with traditional glaze yourself, and afterwards – receive a beautiful emerald-colored coffee set as a gift.

Address: 2A Shchorsa Street, Verkhniye Tavolgi Village

Opening hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Website: vk.link/tavolga_keramika

Historical-Technical Museum "Cherepanov House"

This museum houses authentic exhibits of Tagil inventors: you'll see an antique bicycle, astronomical clocks, a steam engine, and a miniature railway. You can also participate in interactive tours and listen to an old gramophone.

Address: 1 Verkhnyaya Cherepanova Street, Nizhny Tagil

Opening hours: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday – 9:30 am-5:00 pm,
Thursday – 11:00 am-7:00 pm,
Sunday – 9:30 am-4:30 pm,
Monday, Tuesday: closed

Website: museum-nt.ru

Sightseeing Tour of Nizhny Tagil

The city is interesting not only for its famous productions: you can spend a couple of hours strolling the streets and discovering new facts. During the walk, you will climb Fox Hill to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, visit the Demidov Estate, and then continue to the local history museum to admire paintings and sculptures.

Nizhny Tagil Historical and Local Lore Museum

The exhibition features sculptures and painted portraits of famous factory owners. Furthermore, using advertisements from local factories as examples, you'll learn how marketing developed in past centuries.

Address: 1 Lenina Prospekt, Nizhny Tagil

Opening hours: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday – 9:30 am-5:00 pm,
Thursday – 11:00 am-6:30 pm,
Sunday – 9:30 am-4:00 pm,
Monday, Tuesday: closed

Website: museum-nt.ru

Khudoyarov House-Museum

Metal trays were very popular: almost every home had one. And it was the Demidovs who stood at the origins of their production. Here you will be told the history of this craft, invited to a master class on lacquer painting, and treated to fragrant tea from a samovar.

Address: 24 Tagilskaya Street, Nizhny Tagil

Opening hours: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday – 10:00 am-5:00 pm,
Thursday – 11:00 am-6:30 pm,
Sunday – 10:00 am-4:00 pm,
Monday, Tuesday: closed

Website: museum-nt.ru