Museums in Calvados

Musée des arts textiles et de la tapisserie
14400 Bayeux

The tapestry of Bayeux, an 11th century medieval embroidery exhibited in Bayeux in Normandy, recounts the Norman conquest of England in 1066 through 70 scenes historiated over 70 meters of embroidered linen.

14000 Caen

The Caen Memorial, Museum for Peace, is a space dedicated to the history of the twentieth century, located in Caen, Normandy. It proposes a reflection on global conflicts and the fragility of peace.

Musée de la mine
14330 au Breuil-en-Bessin

The Musee de la Mine du Molay-Littry, located in 1907 on the former Frandemiche pit (1759-1864), is the oldest mining museum in France. Located in Molay-Littry (Calvados), it traces the history of Norman coal mining.

Musée du débarquement et de la libération
14710 Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer

The Omaha Memorial Museum in Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Normandy, commemorates the Allied landing of June 6, 1944 on Omaha Beach, an iconic beach of the Second World War, marked by heavy American casualties.

Musée du débarquement et de la libération
14117 Arromanches-les-Bains

The Museum of the Disembarkation of Arromanches-les-Bains, inaugurated in 1954, traces Operation Neptune and Port Mulberry B, symbol of the allied landing of 1944 in Normandy. Located opposite the historical remains, it offers models, archives and immersive exhibitions.

14000 Caen

The Musée de la Société des Antiquaires de Normandie in Caen is an archaeological and historical museum founded in the 19th century, with collections related to Norman history and regional archaeology.

Musée du débarquement et de la libération
14350 Saint-Martin-des-Besaces

The Musée de la Percée du Bocage in Saint-Martin-des-Besaces is a monument located in Normandy, in the commune of the same name. It bears witness to local history.

Musée d'Art et d'histoire locale
14100 Beuvillers

The Museum of Art and History of Lisieux, housed in a 17th century log house, traces the local history of Prehistory to the present day, through unique archaeological and artistic collections in Normandy.