Hockey’s gripping history unfolds within these walls. This is the Museum of Hockey. It resides in Moscow within the sports and entertainment quarter Park Legend.
The Museum of Hockey opened May 6 2016. It coincided with the start of the Ice Hockey World Championship. The museum sits in an architectural monument from the early 20th century. It was designed by architect Konstantin Melnikov. The design largely reflects Stalinist Empire style. This was a leading architectural trend. It featured monumental and decorative art in the USSR. This style was prominent from the mid-1940s to the mid-1950s.
The museum’s creation came from the Legends of Hockey club. It receives support from the Russian Hockey Federation. The museum aims to preserve hockey’s cultural legacy. This includes the USSR and Russian Federation. It fosters patriotism using sports achievements. It involves the young generation in sports.
Let us explore the museum halls.
The Hall of Fame honors national hockey. It features 147 members. These members are players coaches officials judges and journalists. The interactive exhibit provides information on honorees. Historical aspects are shown. Official inclusion ceremonies occur here. The Hall of Fame celebrates hockey legends.
“Red Machine Pages of History” is a permanent exhibit.
“My Hockey Life” honors Igor Nikolaevich Tuzik. This honored USSR coach celebrated his 75th birthday.
“Anatoly Tarasov 100 Years” marks the legendary Soviet coach’s centennial.
The Museum of Hockey has several floors. The Hall of Fame and temporary exhibits are on the first floor. “Red Machine Pages of History” is on the second. You can find a buffet and gift shop on the ground floor.
The Hall of Fame displays interactive stands. These stands feature photos of 147 famous hockey figures. Touching an image reveals information about their life and career.
The Hall of Fame commemorates players and coaches. They helped develop the sport.
Each year the Museum of Hockey holds Night at the Museum. The program includes exhibits film screenings and interactive games.
A full ticket costs 200 rubles. Discounted tickets cost 100 rubles. They are for children aged 7 to 17 students cadets and pensioners. Admission is free for children under 7. It is free for war veterans disabled persons and members of large families.
The Hall of Fame aims to remember those. They significantly contributed to hockey’s growth in Russia. It promotes Russian hockey.