The Mons Memorial Museum, also known as the MMM, is a military history museum on Boulevard Dolez in Mons, the historic city in Wallonia, Belgium. It is devoted to the liberation of Mons and to the Battle of Mons, which took place during both World Wars.
What you will see
The museum holds a substantial collection of uniforms, weapons and historical objects. Taken together, these give a clear picture of the soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting around the city, and of the events that shaped it.
Why visit
- It suits visitors interested in military history, particularly the two World Wars and the Battle of Mons.
- Its focus on the liberation of the city makes it a fitting stop for anyone exploring the local past.
- It is a single, focused museum, so a visit can be planned around your other interests in the city.
Around the museum
Mons is a city of old streets, churches and squares, and the museum makes a natural part of a day spent exploring its centre. Combining a visit with a walk through the town gives a fuller sense of the place whose history the museum recounts.
For current practical details, you can call the museum on +32 65 40 53 18.
