# Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts — Yekaterinburg, Russia

> Founded in 1936, the Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts split from the Sverdlovsk Local History collection and now occupies two riverfront buildings on the Iset embankment.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday to Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: 300 RUB standard admission
- Address: Voevodina St, 5, Yekaterinburg, 620014
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://i-z-o.art/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Kasli Cast-Iron Pavilion — Kasli foundry · 1898–1900
- Iron Sculpture of a Bear — Kasli foundry · 19th century
- Russian Avant-Garde Works — Kazimir Malevich, Wassily Kandinsky · early 20th century
- Landscape with River — Alexei Savrasov · 1870s

## FAQ
**What is the Kasli Pavilion?**
A monumental architectural fantasy in cast iron, made by Ural foundrymen and shown in Paris in 1900.

**Can I visit both buildings on one ticket?**
Yes, the Voevodina and Vainera buildings share a ticket.

**How long should I spend at Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts best known for?**
Founded in 1936, the museum split from the Sverdlovsk Local History collection. It now occupies two riverfront buildings on the Iset embankment. Key highlights include Kasli Cast-Iron Pavilion, Russian avant-garde collection, Russian and European painting galleries.

**How do I get tickets for Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts?**
300 RUB standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://i-z-o.art/en/

**Is it worth visiting outside Moscow and St Petersburg?**
Absolutely — the Kasli Pavilion is unique in the world, and the avant-garde collection is strong. Yekaterinburg is a 2-hour flight from Moscow.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/yekaterinburg-museum-of-fine-arts/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.