Musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles
Installé à Tilly-sur-Seulles (Calvados), le musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles a reçu l'appellation « Musée de France ». L'histoire du musée se résume ainsi : Histoire du village avant et pendant la bataille du 7 au 26 juin 1944.
Le village est un point stratégique pour les alliés dans la conquête de Caen. Les combats opposent le 30e corps d'armée britannique et les troupes allemandes. Le village est pris et repris 23 fois avant sa libération !
Ce n'est que le 18 juin au soir que Tilly-sur-Seulles est définitivement libéré après une attaque de l'infanterie et des chars britanniques contre les Panthers allemands. Il dispose de plusieurs atouts : Le musée retrace les violents combats de Tilly-sur-Seulles.
Documents, photographies, mannequins et objets retrouvés sur le champ de bataille illustrent cet épisode. A l'extérieur une stèle est dédiée aux soldats britanniques et canadiens. Son intérêt : Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Val, XIIe siècle.
Le musée conserve des collections dans les domaines : Histoire. L'adresse du musée est : chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Val, Tilly-sur-Seulles. Code postal : 14250. Le musée est joignable au 02 31 80 92 10. Site web : seulles-terre-mer.fr/tourisme/sites_et_musees.html.
History
Histoire du village avant et pendant la bataille du 7 au 26 juin 1944. Le village est un point stratégique pour les alliés dans la conquête de Caen. Les combats opposent le 30e corps d'armée britannique et les troupes allemandes. Le village est pris et repris 23 fois avant sa libération !
Ce n'est que le 18 juin au soir que Tilly-sur-Seulles est définitivement libéré après une attaque de l'infanterie et des chars britanniques contre les Panthers allemands.
Collection highlights
Le musée retrace les violents combats de Tilly-sur-Seulles. Documents, photographies, mannequins et objets retrouvés sur le champ de bataille illustrent cet épisode. A l'extérieur une stèle est dédiée aux soldats britanniques et canadiens.
The building
Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Val, XIIe siècle.
Domains and collections
Collection themes
Histoire : Période historique (Seconde Guerre Mondiale)
Museums nearby
Museum presentation
Situated in Tilly-sur-Seulles, in the heart of the Calvados department, musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles holds the « Musée de France » label granted by the Ministry of Culture.
This institution fulfills a public service mission by making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience and contributing to the artistic and cultural education of the territory.
Collections and fields
The collections of musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles cover the following fields: Histoire. These holdings, built up over decades, reflect the richness of the local heritage and offer a varied overview of artistic and scientific expressions.
The museum pursues a policy of enriching its collections through acquisitions, donations, and deposits.
Practical information
musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles is located at chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Val, 14250 Tilly-sur-Seulles. Opening hours and admission fees may vary depending on the season. It is recommended to contact the museum directly or check its official website before your visit.
The institution may offer guided tours, educational workshops, and events for all audiences.
The museum and its territory
musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles is part of the cultural landscape of Tilly-sur-Seulles and, more broadly, of the Calvados department. The city is home to other cultural and heritage institutions that complement the museum's offerings.
A visit to Tilly-sur-Seulles allows you to combine discovering the museum with exploring the architectural and natural heritage of the area.
The 'Museum of France' label
The « Musée de France » label is governed by the law of January 4, 2002, on museums in France.
It is awarded to museums whose collections are of public interest and that commit to meeting obligations regarding conservation, restoration, inventory, and accessibility. musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles meets these requirements and thus ensures the preservation of its collections for future generations.
Data sources
The information presented on this page comes from the Muséofile database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab). The artworks associated with this museum come from the Joconde database. This data is updated regularly.
See also
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles is located in Tilly-sur-Seulles, in the Calvados department. Check the museum's record for the full address and contact details.
musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles's collections are listed in the Culture Ministry's Museofile database. Visit the museum's page to see the themed areas covered by its collections.
Yes, musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles bears the « Musée de France » label awarded by the Culture Ministry, which guarantees the quality and accessibility of its collections.
Part of musée de la bataille de Tilly-sur-Seulles's works have been digitized and are accessible on our website via the Joconde database. The number of works available online may vary.
Opening hours vary according to the season and the day of the week. Contact the museum directly or visit its official website for current hours.
Prices depend on the institution. Many museums offer discounted rates and free admission for certain visitor categories.
Accessibility varies depending on the institution and the layout of the premises. Check with the museum before your visit to know about available accommodations.
Other labelled museums are located in Tilly-sur-Seulles or neighboring municipalities. Check the city or department page for the full museum offerings.
Many labelled museums offer guided tours, workshops, and activities. Contact the institution directly to find out about current programs.
The data comes from the Culture Ministry's Museofile database (data.culture.gouv.fr), distributed under the Open License v2.0.