Kolomna District brings together two distinct cultural themes: at Sennitsy Estate, a largely destroyed manor complex meets a preserved landscape; the workshop museum of Nikolai Abakumtsev, by contrast, focuses on sculpture and artistic work. You can tailor your visit to your interests: paths and historic buildings on the one hand, works of art and their forms of presentation on the other.
Sennitsy Estate: Landscape and Paths
Sennitsy Estate is now almost completely destroyed, but the original landscape and distinctive plantings have survived. A cascade of ponds and numerous paths—some secluded, others open—define the grounds. The estate is well suited to leisurely walks, views of the surrounding landscape, and photo shoots. The site can therefore be explored through more than its buildings: water, plantings, and the layout of the paths form a distinct part of the visitor experience. A 1.5- to 2-hour guided tour of the grounds is associated with Sennitsy Estate. Check the current arrangements before your visit so your schedule reflects this duration.
Surviving Buildings and Construction Periods
The surviving buildings include a two-story superintendent’s house dating from the late 18th century, an eclectic-style stable yard from the turn of the 20th century, and the stone Church of the Ascension. The ruins of the power station and the orangery-mausoleum are also part of the estate. The church was built in 1709 in the Naryshkin Baroque style, replacing an earlier wooden church. The dates bring the different construction periods into focus: the timeline stretches from the early 18th-century church through the superintendent’s house to the stable yard around the turn of the 20th century.
Sculpture at the Workshop Museum
The workshop museum of Nikolai Abakumtsev is dedicated to the Soviet sculptor, painter, and graphic artist. His work includes more than a hundred sculptures, including portraits and figures of Lenin. The museum comprises an exhibition space, workshops, and an outdoor exhibition. This layout offers several perspectives on art: exhibited works, workshops, and displays outdoors. The monumental sculpture “Volya” also stands in the courtyard. A guided tour of his work and techniques can offer deeper insight; check in advance whether it is currently available.
Abakumtsev also contributed to the design of the “Friendship of Peoples” fountain on the grounds of VDNKh. This connection adds another stop in his career to the picture of the sculptor, while the workshop museum focuses on his artistic work and the ways it is presented. For planning purposes, you can distinguish between the highlights: Sennitsy Estate brings together landscape, paths, and historic buildings; the workshop museum focuses on an artist and different forms of sculpture display.
Discover more destinations: Maloye Uvarovo, Borisovskoye, Myachkovo, Pirochi; Shchelkovskiy District, Shaturskiy District, Chekhovsky District, Troitsky District.
For the main travel overview: Moscow.
