Golden Gates Museum

Established in 1974, these exhibits are housed in the red brick Troitskaya (Trinity) Church built in 1913-1916 by the Old Believer Russian Orthodox community. It's located right next to the Golden Gates. Featured are crystal and colored glass produced in the community of Gus Khrustalny and lacquer miniature paintings from the town of Mstyora. Traditional Vladimir-style embroidery is also showcased. Some of the crystal and glass on display was produced more than 250 years ago. There are also examples of contemporary experimental work. The examples of lacquer painting include icons from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as contemporary icons. Mstyora has once again become a center for the creation of religious art.