You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Russian Vodka, In the World of Fairy Tales Museum, or Smolensk Flax Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Museum Reserve City Forge of the XVII Century, Thunder Tower of the Smolensk Fortress, and Smolensk State Museum-Preserve to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Dialogue Theatre, Smolensk Chamber Theater, and Smolensk State Drama Theatre.