Petrograd museums as a tool for the revival of the metropolis. 1920s
The article analyzes the trends in the development of scientific, technical and scientific museums in Petrograd in the 1920s. On the example of three newly created museums: the Museum of Maritime Transport and Ports, the Trade Museum and the museum «North». The history of creation, structure and concepts, social role, contribution to the economic recovery of the city during the nep period are considered.