
Old English Court, Moscow
Old English Court is a 16th century museum that was home to Russia's first emissaries to England. It is one of the oldest secular buildings in Russia. The court was also a site where English merchants were allowed to trade duty free in return for providing military provisions to Ivan the Terrible. Opened in 1994 during the visit of Queen Elizabeth II, the museum is host to an exhibit that displays its medieval roots.
Ivan the Terrible presented the home to English merchants who were searching for a northern passage to India. Instead, the merchants accepted Ivan’s offer of unlimited duty-free trade and a headquarters. This gift resulted in good trade relations between Russia and England for almost one hundred years.
The museum experienced many renovations, some of which completely changed the appearance of the building. The museum has been fully restored to its Muscovite glory and each room reflects an aspect of the Anglo-Russia trade.
Exhibitions, concerts, and events that are specifically geared towards children frequently occur at the court. An average of 38,955 people visits the museum each year.
Ivan the Terrible presented the home to English merchants who were searching for a northern passage to India. Instead, the merchants accepted Ivan’s offer of unlimited duty-free trade and a headquarters. This gift resulted in good trade relations between Russia and England for almost one hundred years.
The museum experienced many renovations, some of which completely changed the appearance of the building. The museum has been fully restored to its Muscovite glory and each room reflects an aspect of the Anglo-Russia trade.
Exhibitions, concerts, and events that are specifically geared towards children frequently occur at the court. An average of 38,955 people visits the museum each year.
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Sight Name: Old English Court
Sight Location: Moscow, Russia (See walking tours in Moscow)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Moscow, Russia (See walking tours in Moscow)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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