The Caen Memorial

Not far from the D-Day Beaches, the Caen Memorial is a must-visit museum! From the origins of the Second World War to the end of the Cold War, the museum depicts the terrible history of the 20th century.
To mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, the Caen Memorial Museum has unveiled a series of cultural events that will run throughout 2024, as well as a brand new temporary exhibition called "Under the red, white and blue: 1919-1944 — The dawn of the American century". In 2024, the Memorial Museum is paying tribute to the D-Day landing soldiers by exploring the USA of their youth, which was shaped by jazz, prohibition, Al Capone, the Wall Street Crash of 1929 and Hollywood. Through original displays and artefacts on loan from American museums, this exceptional exhibition tells the story of a creative and generous country, but one that was also divided by tension and crisis.
A unique photographic legacy: discover the Patrick Chauvel collection exhibition! This free, permanent exhibition provides an overview of the great war correspondent's career, as he reported on conflicts around the world in the half-century. A must-see! A unique feast for the senses to get to grips with our European history with the 360° screening of "L'Europe notre histoire" ("Europe our history" film screening included in museum admission fee).

Our tips : City Pass: 15% off at the bookshop-boutique on all items except books. 5% off on books.

Further information

• Guided tour
• Free tour

Means of payment

• Carte bleue
• Debit cards
• Holiday vouchers
• Cash
• Eurocard - Mastercard
• Visa

Equipments

• Restaurant
• Bar, cafeteria, tea room
• Free parking
• Covered picnic area
• Baby changing area
• Picnic area
• Auditorium
• Fully equipped meeting room

Services

• Library
• Shop
• Left luggage
• Rental / Loan of pushchairs and/or baby backpack
• Media library
• Restaurant with baby equipment
• Bicycle parking
• Free WIFI