Yerevan History Museum, Yerevan

Name: Yerevan History Museum
Address: 1/1 Argishti St, Yerevan, 0010, Armenia
Telephone: +374 10 568109

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The Yerevan History Museum is the history museum of Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia. The museum was founded in 1931 as the Communal Museum. Currently, the museum is located in a building attached to the Yerevan City Hall. The architect of the building was Jim Torosyan. ()

Local name: Երևանի պատմության թանգարան Established: 1931 (93 years ago)Coordinates: 40°10'27"N, 44°30'12"E

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1/1 Argishti StYerevan 0010 Armenia

Contact

+374 10 568109

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Nearby attractions include: National Gallery of Armenia, Hrazdan Stadium, Rossia Mall, Blue Mosque.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Yerevan History Museum open?

Yerevan History Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Yerevan History Museum?

Nearby attractions include Yerevan City Hall, Yerevan (2 min walk), Yerevan Ararat Brandy Factory, Yerevan (3 min walk), Aleksandr Myasnikyan Monument, Yerevan (4 min walk), Abbas Mirza Mosque, Yerevan (5 min walk).

How to get to Yerevan History Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Yerevan History Museum:

Bus

G. Lusavorich st. • Lines: 26, 41, 74 (4 min walk)
Circus • Lines: 41, 74 (8 min walk)

Metro

General Andranik (15 min walk)
Republic Square (19 min walk)