This small art museum right off 35W at Diamond Lake Road is a true find! Most of the artwork is larger than life in the main room...colorful and depicts 20th century Soviet life. They often have exhibits of photography, art and artifacts in the rooms below and there is a nice little museum shop in the basement.

The collection of Russian art is beautifully displayed and lit in what was once a church. Items from the permanent collection are enhanced with special exhibits of Russian art and culture. Many of the pieces portrary the former Soviet Union in different periods, providing a unique artistic history. The Ibiza, gift shop, is a must-see; a special exhibit all its... More

Small museum of classic art of old and modern Russia. The last time we were there we saw a display of all the fancy table china used by the last Czar, all the gold and painted plates and cups and a display of how the porcelain was made, from the grinding of bones to the location of the special clay.... More

The Museum of Russian Art is a hidden gem in south Minneapolis. It's also the only museum in the United States dedicated to Russian art. This is a small museum and the art inside is very accessible. Exhibits rotate about twice a year and have included painting, ceramics, textiles, photographs, prints and ancient artifacts. Everything I've seen there has been... More