Priural District Museum of Local Lore

The museum was organized in 1991 on the basis of a small collection of museum items collected by students of the Aksarkovo secondary school, and grew into a multidisciplinary scientific and cultural institution, in the funds of which there are now 7,301 storage units, including the main fund - 6,093 units, scientific and auxiliary - 1,208 units. Most of the collections are ethnographic collection, demonstrating the culture of indigenous peoples of the Far North.

The main principle of the museum is the preservation of traditional forms and the introduction of creative innovative methods. The museum, as part of the socio-cultural space, takes an active position in preserving the cultural and historical heritage of the district, takes part in the scientific and cultural life of the district and the district. The staff of the museum works closely with the cultural institutions of the district, schools, the Center for Children's Creativity.

The museum has six permanent expositions: “Archaeology”, “Ethnography”, “Nature”, “Hall of the Fishing Industry”, “Hostages of the Political System”, “Hall of Combat Glory”. Exhibition activities occupy an important place. The museum was the initiator and organizer of 2 regional scientific and practical conferences.