The Musée National de la Résistance et des Droits Humains (MNRDH), founded in 1956, is a living, participatory institution located in Esch-sur-Alzette, in the south of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and is the only museum in Luxembourg to cover the entire history of the Second World War. Starting with an explanation of Nazi structures and organisations, it then focuses on the consequences of the dictatorship for the population, the reactions to this difficult situation and the resulting actions - including collaboration and resistance.
The permanent exhibition is completed by a section on Nazi repression, the concentration camp world, the Shoah, the post-war period and remembrance. The multi-dimensional and complex theme of resistance forms the common thread running through the exhibition, with general questions about the term ‘resistance’ and human rights forming the link with current events.The museum is a place of remembrance and education, of transmission and commemoration.Temporary exhibitions, events and regular open guided tours complete the MNRDH's offering.
A modern infrastructure with a shop, rest and reading areas, barrier-free sanitary facilities, as well as plenty of seating in the exhibition area, make it easy to welcome visitors and groups.