In the historical part of Nizhny Novgorod, in the vicinity of the River station is the house-Museum of the merchant.And. Bugrova, built in 1889. The two-storey building is a striking example of architecture of the late nineteenth century in eclectic style. The author of the project wing of the manor was the architect N. D. Grigoriev.

The owner of the mansion was the first Guild merchant Nikolai Hillocks, one of the largest Industrialists and financiers of the Nizhny Novgorod province in the late nineteenth century. In addition to social activities (vowel City Council) Bugrov was a generous benefactor and philanthropist who has invested a significant portion of their capital in urban construction and development of Nizhny Novgorod.

The formation of the manor N. And. Bugrova, representing a single complex of residential, office and warehouse buildings, began with the construction of a two storey outbuilding, the main facade overlooks the lower Volga embankment. Brick building with complex decorative elements of the main facade is almost original appearance. The majority of office buildings are also preserved historical interiors and engineering design. Interior two floors are richly decorated with stucco, and ceremonial halls with chandeliers of the early twentieth century. Floors and stairwells partially preserved clay tiles, and in the halls - oak flooring. The best-preserved interior with ornate stucco ceilings is located in the lobby. Big floor window decorated with magnificent stained glass Windows.

Since 1987, the building is the children's art school. In the interiors of the learning corridor decorated with old photographs of Nizhniy Novgorod. In the spacious rooms studios, where do the children recreated the atmosphere and decor merchant life in the late nineteenth - early twentieth century.

Nowadays, the house-Museum of the merchant.And. Bugrova is an object of cultural heritage of regional significance), an architectural monument and historic site in Nizhny Novgorod.