The memorial house-museum of Nikolai Zhukovsky, located in the Vladimir region, is a historical monument where the family of the renowned scientist, the founder of hydro- and aerodynamics, lived. Annually, about 11,400 people visit this estate.

The history of Zhukovsky's estate, an architectural monument, spans three centuries. The landscape and appearance of the complex have hardly changed over time.

The estate in the village of Orekhovo was built in the 17th century. Its first owner was the nobleman and court advisor N. M. Vsevolozhsky. The village was gifted to his family during the reign of Ivan the Terrible, and Catherine II confirmed this estate for the Vsevolozhskys as a family estate. In 1839, the estate was inherited by the nobleman N. A. Lyapunov.

In 1841, the estate was purchased by state councilor E. I. Zhukovsky and his wife. Six years later, Nikolai Zhukovsky, the future founder of Russian aviation and an outstanding scientist, was born here.

Along with the house, the Zhukovskys received an adjacent territory of 112 hectares, fifty serfs, as well as ponds and parks. In 1846, the estate was renovated, and in the early 20th century, an extension with a balcony and terrace was added to the building.

Zhukovsky spent his entire life in this estate, coming here as a gymnasium student, a university student, and later as a scientist. Orekhovo was a place of rest for him, where he also conducted scientific experiments.

The memorial house-museum was established in March 1937 by the scientist's niece, V. A. Zhukovskaya, and in October 1938, the complex opened its doors to visitors.

There is a legend about the ghost of a woman who appeared by the pond when Zhukovsky's niece lived here. After the pond was drained, a chest of jewels was found, which V. A. Zhukovskaya handed over to the state, using the funds to open the museum.

Guided tours are conducted on the estate's grounds. The complex has 11 exhibition halls: 7 are dedicated to the memorial complex, and 4 to Zhukovsky's scientific legacy. The interior of the noble living room has been recreated in the house's extension.

The museum's exhibition fund includes 7,912 items, among which personal belongings of Zhukovsky and a collection of postage stamps on aviation and space themes are particularly valuable.

The estate is surrounded by a park and garden, with small ponds nearby. The park features restored gazebos, antique sundials, and a real MIG-17 aircraft.

The museum offers three guided tour programs dedicated to Zhukovsky's life and work, the history of the estate, and the development of aviation. The mandatory program includes a guest reception, introduction to the exhibits, a theatrical performance, tea in the living room, and dendrotherapy in the park.

Today, the museum organizes unusual events to attract tourists to Orekhovo. Visitors can see the performance "Russian Wedding," arrange a photo session, or enjoy the melodies of an antique piano.

National holidays such as Maslenitsa, Trinity, and Epiphany are celebrated at the estate-museum. New Year events feature Grandfather Frost, the Snow Maiden, and other characters.