Ivan Shishkin: The Russian Forest, closing in November

When: 25 April 2026 — 9 November 2026

Where: Russian Museum, Benois Wing, 2 Griboyedov Canal Embankment, Saint Petersburg

Ivan Shishkin: The Russian Forest explores woodland landscapes in different forms, from broad, almost tangible spaces to more intimate observations. It is an opportunity to see the variety the artist found within a single theme.

Ivan Shishkin · Ship Grove (1898). Tall pines and a stream in the forest.Ivan Shishkin · Russian Museum · Source

Paintings in the exhibition

The works named by the museum include Ship Grove, Oaks, Winter and The Teutoburg Forest. Compare the trees, seasons and light, and how close each painting brings you to nature.

The exhibition suits visitors who want to spend part of their stay looking closely at landscape painting. Allowing time for a few selected works can be more rewarding than rushing through the whole display.

Ivan Shishkin · Oaks (1887). Two broad-crowned oaks on a grassy slope.Ivan Shishkin · Russian Museum · Source

Ivan Shishkin · Winter (1890). A snow-covered forest with tall trees.Ivan Shishkin · Russian Museum · Source

The closing date matters

The project runs from 25 April to 9 November 2026 in the Russian Museum’s Benois Wing, 2 Griboyedov Canal Embankment. It closes on 9 November: if you want to see it during this trip, choose a session on the museum’s official page.

For a journey from your hotel to the Benois Wing, contact Hola Taxi, providing your chosen date and departure address. Purchase museum tickets directly from the museum.