VDNKh contains a number of pavilions dedicated to individual achievements in Russian science, industry and technology. The astronautics industry is inextricably linked with the launch of an artificial Earth satellite and the first flights into the starry sky, which our country is also proud of. Therefore, it is quite understandable why the Museum of Cosmonautics at VDNKh has acquired the significance of the largest institution in our country and the world.
Save history
The rich past traditionally links the successive events of how man historically approached space. In 1967, the museum was founded, and for the first time it opened its doors in 1981. A giant titanium rocket at the entrance symbolizes a qualitative technological breakthrough. What is the Museum of Cosmonautics in Moscow famous for?
VDNKh has collected the achievements of domestic cosmonautics. Everyone who wants to touch the history will be able to see firsthand the satellites and devices used in the study of the solar system, as well as samples of space technology. Fans of archival materials will be offered personal items, faleristic items, collectionscharts and more.
The scope of the surviving heritage
The location of the museum is in harmony with the monument to the Conquerors of Space. It is a unique metropolitan monument. The ideological concept of the creation of the Museum refers us to the designer Sergey Korolev, and its opening is accustomed to the 20th anniversary of the legendary flight of Yuri Gagarin.
The Museum of Cosmonautics at VDNKh (photo attached) has a huge territory. Its area occupies more than 8.5 thousand square meters. Almost half of them are reserved for the main exhibitions.
Since 2006, a three-year reconstruction began. The main result was an increase in exhibition space. The museum includes eight exhibition halls and even a cinema hall that shows documentaries.
Main Ingredients
At the same time, the exposition was updated, which has noticeably expanded. Today, a visitor to the museum will see all the we alth of rocket and space technology. Various virtual simulators of the space station, docking and rendezvous were added to the number of interactive exhibits, including a simulator for which you can feel like a pilot of a search helicopter. The structure of the organization has an archive and a scientific library. The average number of visitors exceeds 300 thousand people a year.
The Cosmonautics Museum at VDNKh has a model version of the Mir station, the main feature of which is its full-size scale. Everyone is allowed to enter Mir. Nearby is the Flight Center, which offersobserve the space station in real time. In the lobby there is an opportunity to purchase "space food" in tubes, which will undoubtedly create the right mood for the upcoming tour.
State-public programs
The museum often takes part in various reviews and forums. So, in June, the International Festival of Museums took place. Thousands of space enthusiasts, including industry scientists, come from all over the world. "Intermuseum-2015" was held in the subject of training sessions. The purpose of the educational program is to involve schools and other educational institutions in interaction with the museum. The emphasis is on creating interest in space among students and others.
Also, a special exhibition dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the large Baikonur cosmodrome was held in June. In addition, competitions are held annually for the title of the best museum worker-guide, which indicates the great professionalism and love of the museum staff for their work.
Interesting for visitors
Today, the Museum of Cosmonautics at VDNKh includes the main exhibition halls, divided by subject:
- “Space Age Creators.”
- “Moon and space exploration.”
- “Cosmic Morning.”
- “History of Space”.
- “International Park.”
- “House in orbit.”
The museum presents models of the automatic station Luna-1 and Luna-9, self-propelled vehicle Lunokhod, rocket liquidengine, "space" bathroom, starship compartment and many other themed items.
The Museum of Cosmonautics at VDNKh can be proud of its especially unique collections valuable for history:
- Foundation of rare photographs and books, archival data and materials.
- Fund of space models, samples of rocket technology.
- Collection of special space gear.
- Flight clothing collection.
- Yuri Gagarin's personal belongings fund.
- Memorial funds about the life and work of Sergei Korolev.
In addition, the museum is rich in exhibition projects opened since the early 2000s. It is noteworthy that Spain, Germany and other countries participated in their creation.
A similar space museum is located in Washington. However, many experts unanimously argue that the Moscow museum is more rich and modern. And, of course, all patriotic space lovers can say the same.
Museum of Cosmonautics at VDNKh. Working hours
This exciting and interesting institution is happy to open its doors to its visitors every day except Monday, from 10 am to 7 pm. Please note that on Thursday the opening hours are extended until 21.00, but the ticket office closes half an hour earlier.
Museum address: Prospekt Mira, 111. The most convenient way to get to the metro station "VDNH". The single ticket price is 200 rubles. Discounts are also available.
