Dunkirk Evacuation

The Withdrawal from Dunkirk, by Charles Ernest Cundall
The Withdrawal from Dunkirk, by Charles Ernest Cundall

The evacuation from Dunkirk on the French coast was hailed in Britain as an extraordinary achievement and the ‘little ships of Dunkirk’ swiftly entered the mythology of wartime brave deeds.
Dunkirk Evacuation
Dunkirk Evacuation

British soldiers wade out to a waiting destroyer off Dunkirk during the evacuation.
Dunkirk Evacuation
Dunkirk Evacuation

Troops evacuated from Dunkirk on a destroyer about to berth at Dover, 31 May 1940.
Dunkirk Evacuation
Dunkirk Evacuation

Troops evacuated from Dunkirk enjoying tea and other refreshments at Addison Road station in London, 31 May 1940.
Dunkirk Evacuation
Dunkirk Evacuation

Some of the 'little ships' used during the evacuation of Dunkirk being towed back along the River Thames past Tower Bridge, 9 June 1940.
Dunkirk Evacuation
Dunkirk Evacuation

German forces moved into Dunkirk hours after the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force. Here German officers inspect a memorial on the sea front at Dunkirk.

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Open Studio: War and Wardrobes

11am – 12.30pm and 3pm – 4.30pm in the Learning Studio. Timed to coincide with the launch of our new Big Picture Show, Horrible Histories®: Rotten Rationing, this is a special family friendly session for all ages. Discover the link between war and...
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View Larger Map We are open daily from 10am - 5pm Last admission is at 4.30pm We are closed on 24, 25, and 26 December Contact us at 0161 836 4000 or email iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk. International callers can contact us at +44 (0)161 836 4000. Travel...
Oskar’s Journey

Meet under the Harrier Jump Jet Meet our charming cat puppet character Oskar and discover his tale of adventure on a journey across a divided city as he seeks out a friend on the other side of the Berlin Wall. The session uses puppets, multi-sensory...
Oskar’s Journey

2.30pm Meet under the Harrier Jump Jet Meet our charming cat puppet character Oskar and discover his tale of adventure on a journey across a divided city as he seeks out a friend on the other side of the Berlin Wall. The session uses puppets, multi-...
Post-16

A visit to IWM North can support programmes of study in History, Art, English, Literacy, Philosophy, Religious Education, Politics, and Citizenship and includes handling original artefacts as well as using documents, photographs, posters, paintings and...
Professional Development

Initial Teacher Training Students How can museum collections show us what happened in the past? We offer a free 45-minute session to student teachers and NQTs, demonstrating how we can learn about history by exploring source material and personal stories...
Risk Identification

Teachers are advised to carry out a preliminary visit in advance of their school trip in order to conduct their own risk assessment. Responsibility for pupils on school visits remains with the teachers at all times. Everyday hazards such as slipping,...
Saving Lives: Frontline Medicine in a Century of Conflict

Major new exhibition 13 October 2012 to 1 September 2013
Saving Lives: Frontline Medicine in a Century of Conflict

13 October 2012 to 28 August 2013 This free exhibition uses personal stories to examine all aspects of medical care on the front line, from the trenches of the First World War to present-day Afghanistan. Saving Lives looks at the physical and emotional...
Schools, FE Colleges and HE

A visit to the award winning IWM North is free and supports the study of History, Literacy, Art and Citizenship. All schools and FE colleges must book their visit to IWM North in advance. To enhance your visit further you can add a learning session. ...