Overview
Visit the Nili museum established in 1956 commemorating the World War I Jewish espionage network headed by the Aaronsohn family; this is the story of the first Jewish underground – Nili (Netzach Israel lo Yishaker – The Eternity of Israel will not deceive). Watch the audio visual presentation describing the codes and signs used and relive the story how Nili supported the British to defeat the Turks.
View historical documents and exhibits leading to the creation of Nili. Tour the well-preserved homes of the Aaronsohn family; view original contents including fine furniture and quality household items. Walk through the courtyard to the home of Aaron Aaronsohn, acclaimed agronomist, and view his library, Damascene furniture, cache of hidden weapons and concealed escape route.
To See and Do
- Audio visual presentation about Nili; available in Hebrew, English, French, Spanish, Russian
- Historical documents and exhibits leading to the creation of Nili
- Tour Aaronsohn Family Home – preserved with original contents including furniture and household items
- Tour home of Aaron Aaronsohn – preserved with original contents including library, furniture weapons
- Concealed escape route
Child Friendly
- No – historical information contains an attempted suicide
Amenities
| Disabled Access | Yes | |
| Eating | Cafe |
Don’t Miss
Hidden escape route