Ostankino Estate Open for Summer Season

Moscow’s historic Ostankino Estate, once the summer residence of one of the most famous counts of the 18th century — Count Nikolai Sheremetev — has opened its doors for the first summer season following a large-scale restoration. The museum is reopening in phases, with the Egyptian Pavilion — the first completed building — welcoming guests again after a brief autumn opening in 2025.

The Egyptian Pavilion, part of the late 18th-century architectural ensemble, served as a grand dining hall, a small stage for concerts, and a mobile theatre. Its name and decor reflect Europe’s 18th–19th century fascination with ancient Egypt, seen in lotus-column capitals, sphinxes, and stylised ornaments. Restorers painstakingly revived over 700 square metres of artistic parquet, gilded and silvered doors, stucco work, and faux marble, strictly following 18th-century patterns.

A highlight of the summer programme will be the revival of classical music concerts. The “Sheremetev Seasons” — a tradition established by Count Nikolai himself, when music filled the estate throughout summer — will return in July after a 13-year break. Audiences will explore the history of the Sheremetev theatre, its repertoire, and arias from operas once staged by the counts, alongside chamber works by great Russian and foreign composers.

This summer, the estate is also taking part in the Moscow Estates Festival, which offers over 500 interactive events — from retro photo studios and 19th‑century dance lessons to traditional lawn games and guided tours in multiple languages.