Exchequer building in Mstislavl

The Treasury Building in Mstsislaw is one of the city’s most notable historical landmarks, recognized as an architectural monument and included in the list of Belarus’s cultural heritage sites. Located in the center of Mstsislaw, at the intersection of Lenina and Sovetskaya streets, it consistently attracts tourists with its austere yet elegant appearance. Formerly home to a financial institution—the treasury—the building today holds value as both an architectural and historical site.

History

Built at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, the building served as a treasury—an important administrative institution through which the financial affairs of the Mstsislaw district were managed. As a state facility, it played a key role in maintaining order and oversight in the financial sphere. Despite the passage of decades, it has preserved its original appearance and remains an important witness to the city’s architectural and administrative history. Visitors taking an excursion from Minsk have the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of pre-revolutionary Mstsislaw.

Architecture

The building’s architecture is designed in an eclectic style with elements of neoclassicism. The central corner, facing the intersection of Lenina and Sovetskaya streets, is beveled and topped with an attic featuring a round lunette. The corners of the building are accented with horizontal rustication, adding visual expressiveness to the facade. The first and second floors are visually separated by cornices, and the arched window openings—especially on the second floor—are decorated with ornate casings. The interior layout is corridor-based, with rooms arranged on one or both sides, typical of public buildings of that era.

Excursions

The Treasury Building is included in popular excursions around Mstsislaw, during which tourists can not only see this architectural monument but also learn about its past and its role in the city's history. You can book an excursion in Mstsislaw that includes a visit to the Treasury Building as part of your travel itinerary through the Mogilev region. Thanks to such tours, visitors immerse themselves in the unique atmosphere of the historical center and discover lesser-known yet valuable pieces of architectural heritage.