This 1963 vintage collectible postcard presents a view of the State Local Lore Museum in Poltava, an outstanding architectural monument of the early 20th century.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard captures the main facade of the museum building (formerly the Poltava Governorate Zemstvo) with its distinctive Ukrainian Art Nouveau style. Visible elements include ornate towers with spires, a sloped tiled roof, trapezoidal windows, and rich wall decorations composed of light brick and majolica inserts. Green trees are seen on the left foreground, and a few pedestrians are visible near the entrance on the right.
Historical note
The building was constructed between 1903 and 1908, designed by the architect Vasyl Krychevsky for the Poltava Governorate Zemstvo. It is widely recognized as one of the first and most prominent examples of Ukrainian Art Nouveau (UAM). The design of its facades and interiors incorporated elements of traditional Ukrainian folk architecture and ornamentation. During World War II, the building was severely damaged by fire and was subsequently restored in the postwar years, preserving its historic appearance.
Present day
Today, the building houses the Vasyl Krychevsky Poltava Local Lore Museum. This architectural monument of national significance is fully preserved and remains one of the city’s key landmarks, attracting both architecture enthusiasts and tourists.
Location (map)
Address: 2 Konstytutsii St, Poltava, Poltava Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.582498, 34.560640
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Official coordinates of the Poltava Local Lore Museum.
Questions and answers
- Which building is depicted on the 1963 postcard? The postcard depicts the building of the State Local Lore Museum in Poltava, built in the Ukrainian Art Nouveau style.
- Who designed this building? The building was designed by architect Vasyl Krychevsky and constructed between 1903 and 1908 for the Poltava Governorate Zemstvo.
- What is the modern use of the building? Today, the building houses the Vasyl Krychevsky Poltava Local Lore Museum and holds the status of an architectural monument of national significance.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Poltava from 1963.
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