Jersey War Tunnels, History museum in Saint Lawrence, Jersey.
Jersey War Tunnels is an underground network of passages carved into rock during World War II, now home to galleries displaying artifacts, equipment, and documents from the occupation era. The spaces include furnished rooms and installations that show how the site functioned during wartime.
The tunnels were carved into the rock before 1941 under external pressure and later converted to shelter medical operations and personnel. After the war ended, they remained abandoned for decades before being opened to the public as a museum.
The museum tells the stories of people who lived through the occupation by displaying personal belongings, photographs, and accounts from residents on display throughout the passages. Visitors can sense how daily life continued despite the difficult circumstances they faced.
The site is fully accessible to visitors with mobility challenges and provides guidance through interpretive materials throughout the passages. Sturdy footwear is advisable since floors can be uneven and damp in places.
The museum features a dedicated Garden of Reflection, a contemplative space designed as a memorial that contrasts with the historical galleries. Interactive activities throughout the site allow visitors to experience scenarios from the wartime period firsthand.
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