Russian Empire is an educational history website covering Russia’s past from the origins of early Rus’ to the Russian Federation. Its broad collection traces the development of the Russian state, the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, presenting political, cultural and social history across different periods. Visitors can explore timelines, event calendars, historical archives, articles, photographs and videos, alongside reference material on rulers, dynasties, wars, symbols, religion and notable people.

The site offers detailed sections on subjects including the Rurik and Romanov dynasties, imperial institutions, the State Duma, government, legal acts, administrative divisions, military awards and the final imperial family. Its coverage of the Soviet era includes leaders, constitutions, legislative bodies, conflicts, culture and state symbols. For modern Russia, topics include presidents, federal institutions, government branches, armed forces and national awards. Additional resources include Orthodox calendars, collections of historical documents, and information about flags and other symbols. Designed as a navigable historical archive, Russian Empire brings together material for readers interested in the changing institutions and societies of Russia.