The State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan is preparing for a grand opening after a two-year period of reconstruction. The museum's press service announced that the ceremony will take place on July 24 at 10:00 AM.
From July 24 to July 26, the museum will host 'Open Days,' during which visits for citizens of Uzbekistan will be free of charge.
The museum was closed to the public on June 4, 2024, due to facade repair work and exhibition updates. The Museum of the History of Uzbekistan is recognized as one of the oldest institutions in Central Asia. Its founding dates back to 1876, and this year it celebrates its 150th anniversary.
The museum's collections contain over 350 thousand items, including archaeological artifacts, numismatic collections, manuscripts, and ethnographic materials that illustrate the region's history from ancient times to the present day. The institution was officially granted the status of a state museum on August 5, 1994.
It is worth noting that previously, in April, the State Museum of Timurid History reopened following reconstruction to celebrate the 690th anniversary of Amir Timur's birth.
The State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan will resume operations after completing a two-year period of reconstruction. The museum's press service announced that the official opening ceremony will take place on July 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
From July 24 to July 26, 2026, the museum will host open days during which citizens of Uzbekistan can visit the exhibitions free of charge.
The museum closed to visitors on June 4, 2024, due to the renovation of exhibition halls and the restoration of the building's facade. The State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan is one of the oldest museums in Central Asia.
The museum was founded in 1876 and will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026. It received the status of a state museum on August 5, 1994.
The museum's collections house over 350,000 exhibits. These collections include archaeological finds, numismatic collections, manuscripts, and ethnographic materials that reflect the region's history from ancient times to the present day.
