Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts Background:
The Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts was founded in 1912. While it has gone by other names, its current name exists in honor of Alexander Pushkin, the father of Russian literature and historical Russian icon.
Museum's Collection:
While the Tretyakov Gallery houses Russian works of art, the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts houses art works of non-Russian artists. Included in the collection are works of art from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, and medieval, Renaissance, and modern Europe. Famous painters are well-represented, but visitors will also be able to view plaster casts of sculptural masterpieces, as well as examples of decorative and applied arts.
Private Collection:
The museum's exhibitions of private collections, shown in a separate building, include Russian works of the 20th century. Temporary exhibits may also be shown at the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.
Museum Information:
The buildings of the museum complex are open until 7 p.m. daily. It's possible to visit each of the four buildings individually or to purchase a guest pass for all four buildings.
The Pushkin Fine Arts Museum is located within walking distance of the Moscow Kremlin. For complete hours of operation, maps, descriptions of collections, and entry fees, visit the Pushkin Fine Arts Museum website.
