The Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg is the first private collection dedicated to the works of the firm of Carl Fabergé. It is located in the historic Shuvalov mansion on the Fontanka River. The exhibition was created under the patronage of the 'Link of Times' foundation, founded by Russian billionaire Viktor Vekselberg. The museum serves as a scientific and cultural-educational center for St. Petersburg, hosting exhibitions dedicated to the history of jewelry art in imperial Russia. The main task of the museum is to introduce visitors to the art of the pre-revolutionary era.

The history of the museum's creation began in 2004 when Viktor Vekselberg, through his foundation, acquired a collection of Fabergé works from the heirs of American billionaire Forbes. The collection includes 190 items, including 9 imperial eggs, snuff boxes, brooches, and inkwells. After the collection was returned to Russia, Vekselberg decided to create a private museum for the general public.

The Naryshkin-Shuvalov Palace in the city center was chosen to house the exhibition. The 'Link of Times' foundation rented the building for 50 years and began restoration in 2006. In April 2014, the palace opened its doors to visitors after the restoration was completed.

Carl Fabergé, who trained in jewelry craftsmanship in Germany, moved to St. Petersburg after inheriting the family business. In 1882, at an exhibition in Moscow, he caught the attention of the Romanov royal family and soon became 'Jeweler to His Imperial Majesty and Jeweler of the Imperial Hermitage.' Fabergé became well-known in Europe, and his creations were gifted to royalty.

Carl considered himself Russian, although his father was from a German family with French roots, and his mother was from Denmark. He loved St. Petersburg and drew inspiration from its architecture. In 1918, fearing the Bolsheviks, Fabergé emigrated to Riga, then to Germany, and later to Switzerland, where he died in 1920.

The imperial Easter eggs by Fabergé, unique creations, were made on commission from the royal family. The foundation of the museum consists of nine such eggs, including 'The Hen', 'Renaissance', 'Egg with a Rosebud', 'Coronation Egg', 'Lily of the Valley', 'Laurel Tree', and 'Order of St. George'.

The museum's collection includes 4,000 exhibits reflecting the era of imperial Russia. The Naryshkin-Shuvalov Palace also features paintings by famous Russian artists and a unique collection of icons. The exhibits are displayed in 11 halls, each with its own specificity.

Visiting the museum is organized in sessions lasting up to 60 minutes. An audio guide is available in several languages. Ticket prices range from 250 to 1000 rubles. Cashiers may limit the number of tickets sold for the safety of the exhibits. Visitors are given guidebook brochures, and professional photography and flash photography are prohibited.