Muzeon Park of Arts is an open-air sculpture museum and riverside park on Krymsky Val in Moscow, near the Tretyakov Gallery. Its collection brings Soviet-era monuments, including statues removed from their original locations after 1991, together with contemporary art. Walk the paths to see the sculptures, then continue along the Moskva River for views of the Peter the Great monument and the city. The park also hosts music festivals and creative workshops, so check for events if you want more than a stroll.
A collection shaped by the Soviet past
Muzeon Park of Arts is an open-air sculpture museum on Krymsky Val, close to the Tretyakov Gallery and the Moskva River. Its collection includes monuments from the Soviet era as well as contemporary works. The sculptures cover political figures, historical events, cultural personalities and artistic subjects.
After the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, monuments were removed from public spaces and brought to the park. Here, they can be seen together in a setting that gives the collection a different context from the squares and streets where many once stood. The park began developing as an open-air museum in 1992.
Soviet monuments and contemporary art
Allow time to look closely at the older monuments as well as the newer works. The collection includes statues of Soviet leaders and other figures, alongside pieces by sculptors such as Yevgeny Vuchetich, Vera Mukhina and Yevgeny Chubarov. Their different subjects and styles make the walk through the park a way to encounter several periods of Russian art in one place.
The large monument to Peter the Great stands by the river and is a prominent landmark from the park. The New Tretyakov Gallery is also located within the park. For a broader look at its outdoor collection, take a route that begins in the north, near the Peter the Great monument, and continues toward Krymsky Bridge.
Walking the riverside paths
Muzeon combines its sculpture displays with green spaces and walking paths. The adjoining Krymskaya Embankment is a pedestrian area along the Moskva River, so you can extend your visit with a riverside walk. Sunset is a good time to come for the river views.
The park is also used for outdoor exhibitions, music festivals and creative workshops. If an event is part of your plan, check what is scheduled before you go. The open-air setting makes it possible to see the sculptures at your own pace, with the river and city views as part of the visit.
FAQ
Is entry to Muzeon Park of Arts free?
Yes. Entry to the park is free.
What can you see at Muzeon Park of Arts?
The park has Soviet-era monuments and contemporary sculptures, including works by Yevgeny Vuchetich, Vera Mukhina and Yevgeny Chubarov. The Peter the Great monument stands by the river.
Where is Muzeon Park of Arts?
It is on Krymsky Val in Moscow, near the Tretyakov Gallery and the Moskva River.
When is a good time to visit?
Sunset is a good time to enjoy the river views.
