Saint Petersburg Toy Museum facts for kids
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Saint Petersburg Toy Museum (Russia). Inside View
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| Established | 1997 |
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| Location | Saint Petersburg, Russia |
| Type | Toy museum |
| Collection size | Artistic toys, folk toys, fabric toys |
The Saint Petersburg Toy Museum (which in Russian is called Russian: Санкт-Петербу́ргский музе́й игру́шки) is a special place in Russia where you can explore the amazing world of toys! It's not run by the government, but by private groups. This museum helps us understand how toys are not just for playing, but also a unique form of art.
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Discover the Toy Museum
When Did the Museum Start?
The Saint Petersburg Toy Museum opened its doors in 1997. It's part of the Union of Museums of Russia, which is like a club for museums across the country. This museum was created with help from private companies, not the government. It's actually the second toy museum in Russia! The very first one, which focuses more on teaching, is in Sergiev Posad, close to Moscow.
What Kinds of Toys Can You See?
The Saint Petersburg Toy Museum was created to be an art museum. Its main goal is to collect, keep, show, and study toys. They look at toys not just as old objects, but as a special kind of art. This art includes old traditions and new ideas.
The museum believes that toys are both fun to play with and beautiful to look at. This idea inspired them to build their amazing collection.
But artistic toys are not the only things you'll find here! The museum also has many collections of folk toys. These include toys from Russia and other countries. They also have a growing collection of fabric toys.
The museum brings together artists, art experts, and teachers. They work together to create exciting exhibits and art festivals. These events are designed for people of all ages, from kids to adults.
The museum is not just for children. It also works with other groups to offer educational programs. These programs help people learn more about the history and art of toys.
Artists Who Create Toys
Some Russian artists are famous for their toy designs. Here are a few:
- Oleg Buryan
- Katya Medvedeva
See Also
- List of museums in Saint Petersburg
