Vologda and the neighbouring region is famed for its production of lace and situated in a grand mid-19th century building on city's main square is a museum dedicated to this fine material. The first hall is dedicated to the production of lace in Europe and includes examples of lace made with golden and silver thread. However the main part of the exhibition is devoted to Vologda lace and the history of its production. There is also a shop located at the museum selling examples of Vologda lace. The museum is run as a branch of the Vologda State Historical, Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve.