Museum of History of St. Petersburg City Palace of Young Creativity

In the very center of St. Petersburg, where Nevsky Prospekt meets Fontanka, there is a magnificent monument of Russian architecture of the XVIII-XIX centuries - Anichkov Palace.

The appearance of the palace ensemble was formed gradually, under the influence of successive eras, architectural styles, aristocratic owners. At different times, the Palace belonged to the favorites of Empresses Elizabeth Petrovna and Catherine II, became the residence of the imperial family. Being the oldest on Nevsky Prospect, the palace has experienced numerous alterations. Many famous architects contributed to the design and construction of buildings on the territory of Anichkova estate: M.G. Zemtsov, F.B. Rastrelli, I.E. Starov, L. Ruska, J. Quarenghi, K.I. Rossi, A.I. Stackenschneider and others.

Today, the imperial residence belongs to children. Since February 12, 1937, the main children's palace of the city is located here - the St. Petersburg City Palace of Young Creativity (until 1990 - the Leningrad Palace of Pioneers).

The palace continued its work even in the difficult years of the siege: circles, a playground, a library were opened, the city Olympiad of children's creativity and even a New Year's tree took place. Concert teams from students of the art department and dance ensemble of the Palace of Pioneers under the guidance of choreographer A. E. Obrant performed in military units and hospitals. 70 pupils of the children's front ensemble were awarded medals "For the defense of Leningrad".

The doors of the Palace are always open to the world of hobbies of young Petersburgers: art, science, technology, sports, social activities and much more. More than 16,000 children study here every year!