Netherlands National Liberation Museum 1944
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Netherlands National Liberation Museum 1944
The Netherlands National Liberation Museum offers an insightful exploration of WWII, focusing on pivotal operations like Market Garden and Veritable.
Founded in 2014, the museum's rich historical content captures the occupation of the Netherlands from 1939 to 1944, leading up to liberation. Its architecture features separate sections themed by color, each representing distinct historical timelines: the rise of Fascism, the liberation, and the post-war period.
Essential Highlights
🪖 Key Moment in WWII: Experience stories of resilience during WWII, emphasizing the complexity of freedom.
🎥 Documentaries: The museum screens moving films based on personal accounts and local history.
🚂 Historical Models: See models like Nijmegen's original train station before WWII damage.
This museum offers paid entry, catering to tourists, families, history enthusiasts, and researchers alike.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Netherlands National Liberation Museum 1944
Critical Operations
The museum is located near significant WWII operations, including Market Garden.
Three-Part Structure
The museum is divided into sections analyzing the rise of Fascism, liberation, and post-war impacts.
Dome of Honor
Features a memorial listing names of 150,000 allied soldiers who died in the Netherlands.
Location
Address
View mapWylerbaan 4
Opening Hours
Friday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact Information
Price
€10 for adults, €5 for children aged 6-12. Free for children under 6.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) are optimal for avoiding crowds.