What is La Coupole ?

A major site for tourism

This is one of the main museum facilities in Nord–Pas-de-Calais.
The discovery visit, which is accessible to any curious mind, is completely presented in four languages (English, French, Dutch, German) and is likely to interest all generations.

An exceptional site

La Coupole is one of the great remnants of the Second World War in Europe. The History and Memory Centre recalls events belonging to the common heritage of all Europeans, who now live on a continent at peace.

A place of historical and scientific culture

This is a place of historical and scientific culture that analyses the relationship between Science and War, between War and Image, leading us to a greater appreciation of peace. Alongside its permanent exhibition, La Coupole offers a temporary exhibition each year, in line with its open cultural projects.

A place of education

It is a place of education, which programme has been designed to meet the demands of teachers and their students. La Coupole has an important educational department that strives to facilitate the preparation and fruitfulness of school visits.