In 30 km from the town of Kashin on the right bank of the river lies the village of Upper Bear Trinity. Pine forest, sandbanks along the river give a picturesque view of the surrounding countryside. Here November 19, 1875 was born outstanding leader of our state Mikhail Kalinin.
In April 1940, on the initiative of local people in a cottage Kalinin was a memorial museum. Here come people of different ages, professions, from all corners of our country. Feeling special excitement covers visitors when they cross the threshold of this house. Personal items and gifts, family photographs, objects of peasant life.
Kalinin's house was built in 1913 – 1916 years. instead of a tiny old house purchased at one time by father of Mikhail Ivanovich – Ivan Kalinin. In 1927, the house was rebuilt and expanded: Russian stove from the middle of the hut was moved to prirub and there arranged kitchen, partitions divided the house into rooms: dining room, bedroomof M. Kalinin, mother's room, and a small dark room. Terrace was expanded and an attic room equipped summer. In this form the house is maintained to the present time.
Hours:
Wed – Sun: 11.00 – 17.00
Closed on Monday, Tuesday
Friends, we draw your attention to the fact that the time and days of the Memorial House – Museum of Mikhail Kalinin may vary, so we recommend to call before visiting +7 (48234) 2 – 54 – 64.
