The House-Museum of the prominent Armenian scientists, the Orbeli brothers, located in the resort town of Tsaghkadzor, will be reorganized and integrated into the History Museum of Armenia.
The decision to merge the institutions was approved by the Armenian government at its June 12 meeting, following the initiative of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports.
According to the ministry, the reorganization will not lead to staff reductions: all eight current employees will retain their positions. However, the director's role will be transformed into the position of branch manager, and the accountant’s role will be repurposed to create a tour guide position. This change is intended to strengthen the museum's guided tour activities and make it more accessible and interesting to visitors.
Officials at the Ministry of Culture explained that in recent years, the museum had lost momentum — large-scale exhibitions were not held, and the displays were not renewed. Inclusion in the History Museum of Armenia, which has greater resources, will open new opportunities for development: the branch will benefit from the expertise of specialists from Yerevan, attract investment, update its collections, and improve visitor facilities. In addition, this step aims to stimulate cultural tourism in the region.
Previously, a similar decision was made regarding the Mother Armenia Military History Museum, which also became part of the History Museum of Armenia, reflecting a broader state strategy to consolidate the country’s museum infrastructure.
The Orbeli House-Museum was founded in 1972 in the building where academician Levon Orbeli — one of the most respected physiologists of the 20th century — was born. The museum was created to commemorate not only Levon, but also his brothers Joseph and Ruben Orbeli, renowned for their outstanding contributions to archaeology, oriental studies, and cultural history. Their scientific legacy played a major role in advancing both Armenian and world science.
Today, the museum holds more than 2,800 exhibits, including personal belongings, manuscripts, scientific works, and rare archival documents. The permanent exhibition offers a glimpse into the lives and achievements of these three scientists, as well as the history of Armenian science in the 20th century. It is expected that after the reorganization, the museum will become more modern, interactive, and attractive to both locals and international tourists.
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