House-museum of Nikolai Zhukovsky
House-museum of Nikolai Zhukovsky, Aviation museum in Orekhovo, Russia
The House-museum of Nikolai Zhukovsky features six dedicated rooms displaying the progression of aviation science through models, photographs, and technical documents.
Established in March 1937, this museum preserves the scientific legacy of Nikolai Zhukovsky, who laid the foundations for modern aerodynamics in Russia.
The exhibition spaces present personal artifacts, scientific equipment, and rare photographs documenting the development of Russian aviation and aerospace engineering.
The museum maintains a specialized library containing technical literature, scientific publications, and original research papers from the Central AeroHydrodynamic Institute.
Visitors can examine the restored Otto Lilienthal glider and a flat wind tunnel from 1909, representing early milestones in aviation technology.
Location: Orekhovo, Vladimir oblast
Inception: March 27, 1937
Website: http://museum.ru/M569
GPS coordinates: 56.15714,39.87736
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:07
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