Orenburg Cosmonautics Museum

About museum

The museum displays exhibits related to the history of aviation and space exploration: photographs, books, documents, memorabilia and other materials. The museum building was constructed in 1932 and once served as the training school attended by the first cosmonaut, Y. A. Gagarin. Today it presents materials dedicated to the history of aviation and cosmonautics. The museum is a historical and cultural landmark that houses a rich collection of exhibits. Visitors can see mementos and photographs from the life of Y. A. Gagarin and other cosmonauts. The museum is a popular destination for residents of Orenburg and visitors to the city. The Cosmonautics Museum in Orenburg is located in the former flight school building where the first cosmonaut, Y. A. Gagarin, trained. It was established by order of the USSR Minister of Defense in 1960 and began its activity as the Hall of Military Glory of the Orenburg Higher Military Aviation School of Pilots. Gradually, the exhibits and materials transformed it into the Museum of the School's History.