The Freedom Museum is located in the beautiful green and hilly landscape of Groesbeek. The museum is close to Germany and right in the area of the two most important operations on the Western Front during WW2: Market Garden and Veritable. There is never one story. A multifaceted image of the Second World War is created through various perspectives, in the context of the history of the 20th century and current events. It is a tourist attraction for young and old, from home and abroad.
History & Anthropology War
Monday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Tuesday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Wednesday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Thursday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Friday | 10:00 – 17:00 |
Saturday | 12:00 – 17:00 |
Sunday | 12:00 – 17:00 |
0 – 6 | Free |
0 – 6 | Free |
7 – 17 | €9.00 |
18+ | €18.50 |
Museumkaart | Free |
CJP Pass | €9.00 |
Carers | Free |
Cultuurkaart | €9.00 |
Disabled | Free |
Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children 7 to 17 years.) | €46.00 |
Dutch Veterans | €11.00 |
Friends of the museum | Free |
Wylerbaan 4, Groesbeek
Feb 5, 2025 – Mar 11, 2025
Jun 5, 2024 – Mar 30, 2025
May 16, 2024 – Dec 1, 2024
Apr 27, 2023 – May 5, 2024
Nov 24, 2022 – Apr 9, 2023
Nov 18, 2022 – Apr 9, 2023
Jan 21, 2022 – Nov 6, 2022
Apr 26, 2021 – Oct 31, 2021
Jun 8, 2020 – Apr 18, 2021
Freedom Museum has 5 ratings.
The Freedom Museum in Groesbeek, the Netherlands, offers visitors an insightful look into World War II history, with a focus on the liberation of the Netherlands and the surrounding region. The museum's interactive exhibits and well-curated displays provide a comprehensive overview of the war's impact on the area.
Visitors appreciate the museum's modern approach to presenting historical information, with many praising the use of multimedia and hands-on experiences. The personal stories and artifacts on display help to create a connection between past events and present-day visitors. The museum's location, near Operation Market Garden sites, adds contextual value to the experience.
While many find the museum informative and engaging, some visitors note that certain areas could benefit from more detailed explanations or translations. The museum's content is generally well-balanced, but a few reviewers mention that some exhibits might be too intense for younger children.
The staff receives positive comments for their friendliness and knowledge, contributing to an overall positive experience. The museum's cafe and gift shop are considered adequate, though not exceptional.
Overall, the Freedom Museum offers a solid educational experience for those interested in World War II history, particularly the liberation of the Netherlands. Its modern presentation style and interactive elements make it accessible to a wide range of visitors, though there is some room for improvement in certain areas.
The Freedom Museum is important not only for its theme and collection, but also for the place where it is situated and how it was built. At this spot in the hills of Groesbeek, the gliders of the paratroopers who had to secure the bridge over the Rhine as part of Operation Market Garden landed. The building has a roof like a parachute. It is held up by overpressure. Separately, there is another small building like a parachute that contains all the names of Dutch soldiers and resistance fighters who died for our freedom. A little further on is a large memorial cemetery for Canadian casualties. The good thing about this museum, I think, is that it not only tells the story of Market Garden in its context but also regularly asks the visitor to reflect on what happened with the question: What would you have done in that situation? This teaches you to distinguish between the external frame of reference of history and the internal frame of reference of the person. It stimulates you to think and to discuss this with your company. This is especially important for young people.
Visited on Aug 13, 2024
Het is een heel modern gebouw met moderne apparatuur .Waar je informatie over de tweede wereldoorlog kunt lezen. Maar geen sfeer, geen museum met mooie spullen van de tweede wereldoorlog .
Visited on Sep 6, 2020
An sich is het museum niet slecht, maar als bewoner van deze streek mis ik een behoorlijk aantal zaken: Market Garden de De Oversteek en de gevolgen voor deze streek worden onderbelicht. Men spreekt over de slachtoffers als Joden, Roma en Sinti, maar niet over de homoseksuelen en de Vrijmetselaars. Ik zie niets over de gevallen Canadezen en hun kerkhof (nog geen km verderop). Men spreekt over "vrijheid" zonder uit te leggen dat men heden ten dage overal om ons heen deze vrijheid nog steeds niet ziet. Voor de jeugd is "vrijheid" iets compleet anders als voor ouderen. Ook wordt er niets verteld over de vele offers die er gebracht zijn om deze vrijheid te bewerkstelligen. En de offers, die er eigenlijk nog dagelijks gebracht zouden moeten worden om vrijheid, overal ter wereld, te verkrijgen.
Visited on Jan 12, 2020
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