Building a maternity hospital, Sumy

The building of the maternity ward number 1 of the city of Sumy is recorded in the register of architectural monuments of the city. The house was built in the late 19th century. Now visit this building is part of a tour of Sumy.

The history of the building of the maternity ward

Sumy owe Kharitonenko family. It was a very influential family of entrepreneurs. G. Kharitonenko was the owner of one of the largest sugar mills of the empire. On the own resources they have built and maintained more than one public office.

Initially, the building of the hospital was the estate of Natalia Kharitonenko. But in 1889 the house was converted into a children`s shelter. N. Kharitonenko to death was his guardian. Case continued daughter Vera Andreyevna Kharitonenko.

At this time the orphanage becomes a shelter for girls. There lived a girl-orphans and those who have lost a breadwinner in the family. Vera Andreyevna opens at the school hostel. Graduates receive a profession and a one-time cash benefit. Today, these walls are starting their lives tens of newborns sumchan.

Interesting not only the history of this house, but also its architecture. The two-storey building in the style of Ukrainian modernity harmoniously looks at the background of the city. Delicate colors and flowing lines create a unique ensemble. You should see it all closer.

How to get there

In your own car, you should go on the road to T10901 Trinity Street. There also is a building of a maternity ward. Also you can get there is the tram number 1 and 3.