Nauchno-Tekhnicheskiy Muzey Im. Akademika I.p. Bardina
About This Museum
Tucked away on Prospekt Metallurgov in the industrial city of Novokuznetsk, this museum is a genuine love letter to Russian metallurgy. It feels less like a formal institution and more like stepping into the bustling heart of the Kuznetsk Basin's steel-making legacy. You're immediately greeted by the sheer scale of the machinery on display, from hulking steam engines to intricate models of blast furnaces that tell the story of a city forged in iron and fire. Itβs a wonderfully specific and hands-on journey through the technology that built this region.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is undoubtedly the collection of massive, beautifully preserved industrial engines and working models of metallurgical plants. Don't miss the detailed dioramas that bring entire production processes to life, giving you a real sense of the immense scale and heat of a working steel mill.
Visitor Information
It's located at Prospekt Metallurgov, 17, and seems to be a hit with locals based on its high ratings. Since info can be scarce online, it's always a good idea to check for current opening hours before you make the trip out.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a solid, unpretentious building that perfectly matches its industrial theme, it has that straightforward, functional Soviet-era aesthetic common to many institutions of its time.
Contact & Location
Address: Town of Russia, Herkimer County, New York, United States
Phone: +7 384 379-18-34
