Homeland of the Snow Maiden. The Museum-Reserve A.N. Ostrovsky "Shchelykovo"

Even the schoolboy knows who created the literary work "Snow Maiden". Ostrovsky, of course. It is thanks to his talent that we find ourselves in the fairy country of Berendeyev and with compassion learn the story of the main character. But many are interested in the question: "Why Kostroma - the birthplace of the Snow Maiden?".

All clear

It is no accident that the playwright created his work when he was in his favorite estate - in Shchelykovo. After all, it is only 30 kilometers from Kostroma. And this city is named after the ancient goddess, who was worshiped by peasants. Kostroma must perish in order to allow the future harvest to emerge. Old rituals fed the writer's imagination. Not for one year in his estate, he certainly could not have been unaware of the tradition of burning or drowning the straw effigy of Kostroma, which symbolized the onset of spring.

Interrelation of stories

Similarly, the heroine of the famous play could survive only one winter, and then melted over the fire. By the way, the word "kostroma" has one root with the word "bonfire". Ancient tales and formed the basis of the work of Ostrovsky. In addition, the nature of the Kostroma Territory served as a decoration for the film, which was filmed based on Alexander Nikolayevich's play. Spectators were fascinated and a wooden city, which was built specifically for filming. The film was directed by Pavel Kadochnikov.

That's how they lived

Therefore, the question of where the Snow Maiden's native land is located was quickly resolved. This, of course, Kostroma. Near this city is the museum-reserve of AN Ostrovsky "Shchelykovo." It was created on the site of the former estate of the playwright. The estate of Shchelykovo in the village is located. It consists of several ancient buildings. On its land there is a barn, peasant huts, a farmyard, a cellar, a greenhouse. In a stone five-window building with a mezzanine, there were kitchens for the owners and servants. In the rooms lived a servant, a clerk, but sometimes there were also guests. The master's house is also preserved. It is made of wood and painted with gray paint. The rear facade is facing the garden. Also the house has two porches and four columns. The farmstead, however, did not always belong to the Ostrovsky family.

Former wealth

Formerly it was owned by the leader of the nobility, Major-General F. M. Kutuzov. The estate was very rich. Only landlords with a very high income could afford to build stone buildings. That's why the wooden manor house looks unusually against the backdrop of a stone house for servants. The remains of brickwork and crumbling columns in the upper park indicate that there was a large stone manor house on the estate, but for some reason it was destroyed.

Tribute

In 1973, the estate was built literary museum, dedicated to the work of Alexander Nikolaevich. It is a small two-storey house. Inside it is an exposition consisting of personal belongings of the writer, scenery for performances, costumes, photographs. You can also visit the house where the author of the work "Snow Maiden" (Ostrovsky) lived and died. He was very fond of this estate. Although his hopes of receiving income from economic activities were not justified, he rested there, fishing, hunting. And also worked - wrote his works, the income from which fed his numerous family.

Like before

Of course, the situation at home was somewhat lost, but in time it was recreated. The building is maintained residential comfort. It seems that the owner is also in one of the rooms. What are the rooms in it? A large dining room where the whole family, the living room, the owners' rooms, Ostrovsky's office, the library loved to gather at the table. The playwright loved to cut out of wood. His gifts he gave friends and acquaintances. His wife was engaged in the economy. The writer died in his office. Although he was already very unwell, he continued to work, building creative plans, hoping that the air of Shchelkovo would heal him. But the miracle did not happen. The writer died on June 2, 1886.

We can not forget

But his life and work are not forgotten. Now the estate is visited by tourists: as fans of his work, theater, and want to see what the birthplace of the Snow Maiden looks like. It is not by chance that they choose "Shchelikovo" as their destination. After all, it is on its territory that the residence of Grandfather Frost's granddaughter is located. Here you can see the Blue Key, which the people call "The Snow Maiden's Heart". The water in it never freezes. To fully plunge into the atmosphere of the winter fairy tale, it is best to come to "Shchelkovo" in the winter. At this time of year, you can clearly feel the presence of a fairy-tale heroine and her Grandfather Frost. So everything that happens to you will seem like magic. The Snegurochka Residence is located in the Blue House. After the death of the writer, he transferred to Ostrovsky's daughter.

I do not have to miss

Guests will get acquainted with the heroine of the fairy tale, play and dance with her. The residence has a creative workshop. In it you can not only see an exhibition of other people's works, but also do something with your own hands. In the open air a celebration is held. And the costumes are dressed not only actors, but also guests. You will be invited to participate in games and competitions. Children will be able to leave their letter on the "Snow Maiden's Mail". It's not a secret that Granddaughter of Santa Claus loves children and always responds to every letter. You can try on the role of Snow Maiden, put on her costume and take a picture in it. In memory of this fabulous place you must buy souvenirs. Do not neglect and walk in the fairy forest.

Other places

It turns out that Santa Claus's granddaughter can be seen not only in "Shchelykovo." If there is no desire to go to her country residence, you can visit her theater in the city. Homeland Snegurochki - Kostroma, and its tower is also in this city. It has several rooms. Svetlitsa, bright and spacious. There is a puppet show in it. Children and adults will be able to learn about how the Snow Maiden lives. Further they will pass in the upper room, also cozy and warm. Here the girl keeps magic objects, which she will tell about. Then the guests will get acquainted with the legends of the ancient Slavs and see the works done by the creative youth of Kostroma. Ice room is interesting. Probably, in her Snow Maiden lives in the summer to protect herself from the heat. The room is very beautiful, and in it is really all icy. Even drinks are served in piles and glasses of ice.

Can choose

Motherland Snow Maiden has prepared another surprise for her fans. There is, in addition to the tower, also a city residence, located also in Kostroma. Here she lives with snow academics. They are very happy guests and try to make sure that they are not bored. The residence is a beautiful two-story house, inside of which there is a marble staircase, to which guests come first. The Snow Maiden does not just live in her house, she has an active correspondence with children and adults. Everyone can receive a letter from her with congratulations on any holiday. Previously, it must be ordered on the "Snow Maiden's Mail", located here. In the residence of the sorceress there are several thematic exhibitions. She, without concealing, talks about how miracles happen, and demonstrates some of them.

Both children and adults will like to communicate with the good Snow Maiden. Do not be surprised that the birthplace of the Snow Maiden is in Russia. After all, this is only our fairy-tale character. In no other culture of the world does Grandpa Frost travel with her granddaughter.