This 1972 postcard depicts the administrative building located on N.V. Gogol Street in Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground features a two-story brick building in an eclectic historical style with intricate masonry details, a prominent central projection, and an attic topped with a flag. A parking area in front of the main entrance hosts several Soviet passenger cars, including GAZ-21 Volga, GAZ-24, and Moskvitch models. To the right, the wide, paved Gogol Street stretches into the distance, lined with trees and featuring a single bus in the background.
Historical note
The building was constructed in 1912 to house the Myrhorod District Zemstvo (local assembly) administration. Its architecture blends elements of Art Nouveau with Ukrainian national romanticism, reflected in the decorative brickwork, window shapes, and entrance portal design. During the Soviet period, it was used by local municipal and district administrative authorities.
Present day
Today, the building houses the Myrhorod City Council and its executive committee. It has retained its original architectural appearance, holds status as a local architectural monument, and remains a prominent landmark in the center of Myrhorod.
Location (map)
Address: 120 Gogol Street, Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.966400, 33.612100
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the Myrhorod City Council building (former district Zemstvo administration) at 120 Gogol Street.
Questions and answers
- What was the original purpose of this building? It was built in 1912 to house the Myrhorod District Zemstvo administration.
- What cars can be seen parked in front of the building? Soviet passenger cars, including GAZ-21 Volga, GAZ-24, and Moskvitch, are visible in the parking area.
- What is located in this building today? Today, the building serves as the Myrhorod City Council headquarters.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Myrhorod from 1972.
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