What an incredible Museum this is. I would highly recommend it to anyone to see. The facility is first class all the way, and the docents are very knowledgeable. The "Tea Room" has an illuminated ceiling and three restored jail cells you can visit and research in. Oh my, they are small and cozy, no place I would ever have wanted to visit for real! Opening in 2006 this Museum is a cultural wonder fir the western Suburbs of Boston. In November 2022 two new temporary exhibits opened, "Artists for Ukraine: Transforming Ammo Boxes into Icons" and "Tree of Life: Birch Icons Through the Ages" now thru February 2023

What a fantastic museum located in Clinton, MA. The largest collection of Russian Icons available for viewing by the public outside of Eastern Europe. There are fantastic peices on display plus an ever changing temporary exhibition!!!

Perhaps the finest collection of Russian Icons outside of Russia itself, displayed on three levels of this jewel of a museum. I visit at least once every year, not only to study their permanent collection, but the temporary and traveling exhibitions that the museum hosts. For those in closer proximity to Clinton, MA, the museum also has educational programs and events. If you have the time, the historic parts of Clinton are also worth seeing, a place once renowned as a center of innovation and production of woven textiles. That industry is gone, but the town is worth exploring.

It was a solid gallery of Russian icons. It is a great place to go if they interest you, but if they don’t, know that there isn’t really anything else. I know little about Russian icons, so it was hard to differentiate them. Maybe some info on their religious/historical value could’ve helped spark some interest. Translations of the writing on the icons could’ve also been helpful. I found the old jail cells that happened to be in the basement the most interesting part of my experience. The staff was noticeably friendly.

Stunning Russian Icons. Also a photographic display of the founder's motorcycle journey from Europe to Japan. There was a temporary exhibit of WWII posters at the time I visited. Helpful staff. Beautifully meatless in central Massachusetts.

There’s absolutely nothing I love more than happening upon a museum, and then realizing that the collectors obsession matches one of my own! This museum of iconography is not to be missed. Time and money and love have all been invested in this place, and it shows. The docents were lovely, and the museum itself is just simply stunning. Beautiful, beautiful iconography here. The gift shop leaves a little bit to be desired, but that’s not why you go to a Museum anyway!

Totally unique experience unlike anything I've experienced. It's a museum, yes, but exhibits provide a window into Russian/Soviet culture that is truly fascinating. Free admission on the first Sunday of the month.

This wonderful collection shouldn't be missed. This is the only museum of it's kind in the country. No matter what Religion or Spiritual practice, this is an intense view into the creation of icons and the measure of Faith. Intriguing, captivating, glorious objects of devotion await. The passion behind this collection will alone impress; be prepared to spend time - there's a lot to experience. I know I will go back soon!

My heritage’s art was very well represented here.

Stunning, well-curated collection with enough explainers to illuminate the process of producing icons and their meanings. Don't miss the tea station and samovar collection in the basement, and the old cells. It's a really pleasant place to sit and meditate with some exceptional Kusmi tea.

Such a unique museum. Really beautiful with in edible pieces and a very knowledgeable staff.

Awesome museum!

There is nothing like it around. Unique and interesting

Incredible art, great staging

The iconography is so beautiful and sublime. The museum is very respectful of the Orthodox faith, and it has been blessed by Russian Orthodox Church. Also, free guided tours are available by knowledgeable historians.

Wow! Amazing collection! Beautiful building!

(Translated by Google) Excellent museum (Original) Excelente museo

Interesting pieces of art and history. Very clean and staff was very friendly.

What a fascinating place! This is a well run museum with an extraordinary collection of icons (Christian paintings some in a specific style) from Russia. Don't miss the jail cells in the basement!

Great collection! Even in Russia, there are not so many icon museums of the same quality.

I loved it it was Like visiting Museums in Europe. That relaxed incredible art and history. The film was most interesting on the day that we toured. A hidden bit of history!

This is a great little museum! Very specialized- you won’t find a mishmash of objects here. It’s about 80% Russian icons, most of them dating from the 15-19th centuries, but also a few older ones and some other interesting liturgical objects. The museum does a great job of giving you just enough information about icons, what they mean, and how they are made to make it really interesting but not so much that it’s overwhelming. There are also children’s programs. Don’t be afraid to ask questions- the people at the front obviously love the museum and are happy to help. Highly recommended! This place is a gem!

A lovely find in an unexpected place. Small but could spend hours. Tour with Joann more than interesting and informative. Could have stayed longer but had prior commitment.

An amazing museum of beautiful artifacts, old and new, which gives a unique window into an ancient culture, with devout religious belief, and a rich history. A must for any lover of Christ. I've just enjoyed my first visit, but by no means my last.

Very nice multi-level museum with audio station videos and magnifying glasses. Amazing collection openly displayed. Some history for everyone.

Amazing hidden find in Clinton. Beautiful Icons. Very well set out displays. So interesting, not only how the collection was amassed, but the history going back centuries, Great descriptions of how the Icons are made. Finally the staff are so welcoming and interested in all the visitors. One of the most enjoyable museum experiences I have had. Not to be missed!!

A fun museum for history lovers. A calm and educational place to go reasonably priced and interesting to learn about. The are is so complex. Definitely check it out.

A very unique museum and well worth the visit.

Beautiful little museum in Clinton! I have never heard of it, but found out about it through a flier at a hotel. Great place to visit for anyone interested in medieval art or Russian culture or religion.

Lots of beautiful old icons.

Fantastic little museum, especially for those interested in Eastern European culture, history, or religious art in general.

3 floors of beautiful Russian religious art. There are wheelchairs available for people that need them. There are also a number of places where us older folks can sit. The icons are from the 16th century onward It is beautiful but it is specialized taste.

Absolutely Amazing Museum with Unique Variety of Antique Russian Icons,Will Be Back For Sure Many More Times🙏🙏🙏

Most surprising find. Beautifully appointed museum, lots of art work. Highly recommend.

We had an amazing tour with there dossier! We enjoyed learning more about the icons. Greats ladies day out!

Beautiful displays. Nice staff.

Very Good Museum

Awesome history, beauty & colors!

Top notch out of the way museum, totally worth checking out

Wonderful

Awesome artistry!

Great museum, fascinating collection.

Learned more than I thought I would

A very unique museum. It is a world of Russian culture outside of Russia. Those who are interested in Russian history, religious tradition, and art history would learn a lot here.

Magnificent displays. The traditional Russian art is superb. The museum is spotless. A great gift shop. Welcoming and friendly staff. I thoroughly enjoyed this museum. An enriching learning and spiritual experience.

A very interesting little museum in Clinton, MA, the Russian Icon Museum was created by an American tycoon who fell in love with the art of Russian Orthodox icons. The nuseum holds an interesting collection of northern and southern icons, all of them pristinely restored for your viewing. Definitely recommended for locals and tourists.

A very contemporary designed interior to exhibit a topnotch collection of Russian icons dating back nearly 500years! Beautifully and meticulously painted. I appreciated the labels that put the history and religious meanings in context. Well worth the modest price for admission.

Great tour really beautiful collection of icons

Was missing alot of pictures from the book

I have heard this place recommended over and over again and it is always featured in various lists of places to visit. We finally went for a free fun Friday and were pretty disappointed. It’s undoubtedly a huge collection, but it all felt like just more of the same. For someone who doesn’t already know a lot about this type of art, there also wasn’t a lot of context. We were happy we got in for free and actually had more fun playing in the park across the street.

If you love history and art, this is a must destination. One of the best museums/galleries of it's kind in the world.

Pristine environment for these wonderful treasures of art and spiritual life! We take our kids here on annual field trips and we always learn something new. The icons are pictoral representations of the Written Word and are very important to the history of all Christianity. And the people who work there are very hospitable.

icons are an interesting art. if you have any interest in art, history of orthodox religion, or tea this is a must see.

Beautiful icons. Was lucky enough to see the "modern" display that was their. So much to see and read. Our heritage

A gem! Interesting standing and temporary exhibits. We always feel welcome. The event tonight was educational and fun!

Beautiful icons. Helpful staff.