Exhibition 'Military History of the Kostroma Region'

About exhibition

By moving through the halls of the Guardhouse, you can take a journey through the pages of the homeland's military history and at the same time explore the interiors of the historic monument built in 1823–1826. Until the beginning of the 20th century the building was used to house the main garrison guard and as a place of detention for arrested servicemen. Today the Guardhouse houses the military-historical exhibition of the Kostroma State Museum-Reserve, which includes more than 1,000 exhibits. A 12th-century steel sword, a 15th-century pishchal (hand cannon), a 5-kilogram coat of chain mail and other items give an idea of how weapons and equipment looked in different eras up to the present day. Here you can learn about the martial deeds of Kostroma's residents, see their combat awards, and read frontline letters in which personal stories combine into the collective chronicle of the Kostroma Region and the country as a whole. Guided tours are provided by appointment. Phone +7 (4942) 31-68-37, +7 (4942) 47-07-40. The cost of guided service for groups of up to 10 people is 700 RUB per group plus the entrance ticket. The cost of guided service for groups of 11 or more people is 70 RUB per person plus the entrance ticket.