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A journey through 4 centuries of the history of the port and shipping in Dunkirk

Dive into the heart of Dunkirk’s maritime history!

From Iceland to Cape Horn, via the coasts of Africa and Asia, the Maritime and Port Museum invites you on an extraordinary journey through almost 4 centuries.
Housed in a former 19th-century tobacco warehouse in the heart of the historic Citadelle district, discover unique collections: ship models, paintings, figureheads, technical objects, panoramic paintings, dioramas…

Immerse yourself in the adventures of Jean Bart, the famous privateer from Dunkirk, share the daily life of Icelandic fishermen and board the Cape Horn sailboats. Take a tour of the museum’s floors and explore the trades of the sea through the spectacular technical gallery. Under the watchful eye of the giant Roge the docker, let yourself be captivated by the fascinating history of France’s 3rd largest port.

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New!
Immersive Jean Bart experience

In the permanent exhibition, discover a digital innovation that will plunge you into a captivating episode of the Dutch War.

On a large screen and using a joystick, explore the ship La Palme belonging to the famous Dunkirk privateer Jean Bart. Handle historical objects, talk to the crew and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere of a historic maritime attack, recreated with striking realism!

This experience was designed by AVA – Advanced Visualisation Agency – in close collaboration with the museum’s scientific team.

The project is supported by the Direction régionale des affaires culturelles (DRAC) des Hauts-de-France – Ministère de la Culture.

SEE the trailer

Continue your visit to the museum at the Port Center!

Located on the 2nd floor of the museum, this interpretation centre provides an insight into the world of today’s ports, their development projects and the challenges of tomorrow.

Opening

OUTSIDE SCHOOL VACATIONS (ZONE B)