You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Russian Vodka, In the World of Fairy Tales Museum, or Thunder Tower of the Smolensk Fortress. While you're exploring, swing by Smolensk Flax Museum, Museum Reserve City Forge of the XVII Century, 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.