About the Venue

The Mahmudkhoja Behbudi House Museum is a memorial museum in Samarkand dedicated to the life and legacy of Mahmudkhoja Behbudi (1874–1919), a prominent educator, writer, playwright and public figure. He was one of the leading figures of the Jadid movement in Turkestan, advocating educational development, the spread of knowledge and the reform of traditional teaching methods. Behbudi also made a significant contribution to Uzbek journalism, literature and theatre.

The museum’s exhibits introduce visitors to the reformer’s life, public activities and creative work. The collection includes photographs, documents, personal belongings, literary works and materials related to the history of the Jadid movement. Visitors can learn about his educational ideas, publishing activities, famous play Padarkush and contribution to the development of national culture. The house museum is an important cultural and historical landmark in Samarkand, preserving the memory of one of the most influential figures in Uzbek enlightenme