The National Museum of the History of Ukraine is one of the country's leading museums, both in terms of the size and importance of its collections. Its holdings include over 800,000 items, featuring world-class archaeological and numismatic collections, ethnographic artifacts, weaponry, decorative and applied arts, manuscripts, rare books, paintings, and graphics, as well as relics from Ukraine's 20th-century national liberation movement. The museum reflects the centuries-long history of the Ukrainian state, encouraging visitors to explore the nation's cultural heritage and achievements more deeply.