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Дом Творчества Переделкино

Historic writers' colony turned cultural center, park, and creative residency near Moscow.

From the Xiry library · Updated 3 October 2026

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Дом Творчества Переделкино is a historic writers' retreat and cultural center located just outside Moscow. It features preserved park grounds, a library, coworking spaces, exhibition halls, and author residencies. Visitors can take guided tours of historic writers' dachas, attend literary clubs, or visit its bookstore, cafe, and public events.

What it's for

  • Take a weekend walking trip through historic woodland grounds and writers' dachas near Moscow
  • Join literary discussions, workshops, and guided cultural tours
  • Work remotely in a dedicated coworking space located inside a library setting
  • Apply for writer and creative residency programs

Features

  • Guided walking tours covering local history, writers' dachas, and 1960s culture
  • On-site museum house 'Первая дача' with rotating exhibitions
  • Independent bookstore 'Дом писателя' featuring rare editions and second-hand books
  • Public coworking space and library
  • Weekly Russian and English book clubs
  • Theater performances, masterclasses, and festival programs
  • Creative residency programs for writers and researchers
  • On-site hotel and event spaces

Pricing

Freemium. Park grounds are generally free to visit; tours, exhibitions, and specific events require paid tickets or registration.

Details

Type
other
Category
Lifestyle
Topic
Cultural Centers
Open source
No
Platforms
Web
For
Readers, writers, cultural tourists, and Moscow visitors looking for park and arts getaways.
Alternative to
Gorky Park, VDNKh, Garage Museum of Contemporary Art
Tags
peredelkino, moscow, culture, parks, literature, tours, travel

Why it was saved

  • @ayza.moscow, 24 April 2024: Features a library, cafe, restaurant, park grounds, and guided tours of famous writers' dachas.

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