A collectible 1973 postcard featuring the Wedding Palace in Cherkasy, Ukrainian SSR.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground displays a two-story corner mansion in the eclectic style, featuring rich stucco decoration, half-columns, arched windows, and decorative attics. People are standing on the steps leading to the main entrance, which features glass doors and an ornamental iron gate. To the left, an asphalt road curves with pedestrians walking on the sidewalk, while to the right, a driveway with Soviet-era passenger cars is visible.
Historical note
The building was erected at the end of the 19th century (around 1892) as the mansion of Cherkasy entrepreneur Afanasiy Shcherbyna. During the Soviet period, it housed various state institutions, including the local land administration, county executive committee, and the city party committee. In 1970, the building was adapted into the city Wedding Palace, becoming one of the key architectural landmarks of Cherkasy.
Present day
Currently, the former Shcherbyna Mansion retains its status as the Wedding Palace (civil registry office). The monument of local architectural heritage has been restored, and modern exterior illumination highlights the intricate relief details of the historical facade at night.
Location (map)
Address: 3 Mykhaila Hrushevskoho St, Cherkasy, Cherkasy Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.447470, 32.062800
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Google Maps, coordinates of the Registry Office (Shcherbyna House) in Cherkasy.
Questions and answers
- What is the historical name of this building? It was originally built as the private mansion of entrepreneur Afanasiy Shcherbyna at the end of the 19th century.
- When did the Wedding Palace open in this building? The building was converted into the Wedding Palace in 1970.
- What architectural style is the building designed in? The building is designed in the eclectic style, featuring rich ornamental facade decorations, columns, and arched elements.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Cherkasy from 1973.
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