Centre de la mémoire d'Oradour, Historical museum in Oradour-sur-Glane, France.
The Centre de la mémoire includes permanent exhibitions with documents, photographs, and a documentary film about the World War II events in Oradour-sur-Glane.
The museum opened in 1999 to preserve the memory of 642 villagers who were killed by German Waffen SS troops on June 10, 1944.
The memorial center maintains archives and educational resources about the massacre, supporting research and teaching about wartime civilian persecution.
The center provides guided tours in multiple languages, with reduced admission rates for students, families, and free entry for children under 8 years old.
The architectural design incorporates steel elements and natural materials that frame views of the preserved ruins of the original village.
Location: Oradour-sur-Glane
Inception: July 16, 1999
Address: L'Auze, 87520 Oradour-sur-Glane
Website: http://oradour.org
GPS coordinates: 45.92917,1.03528
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
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