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The Steinwache is a memorial museum in Dortmund. It is a Resistance & Persecution Museum housed in the police station Steinwache that was established in 1906. In 1933 the Gestapo took over the prison and imprisoned and tortured opponents of the Nazi regime. Between 1933 and 1945 more than 66,000 people were imprisoned here. Since 1992 it is the permanent location of the exhibition Widerstand und Verfolgung in Dortmund 1933–1945 (Resistance and Persecution in Dortmund 1933-1945), which demonstrates the persecution under National Socialism. The museum holds a collection of photographs, short texts and reports from witnesses.

DEMahn- und Gedenkstätte Steinwache
DEAusstellung Widerstand und Verfolgung in Dortmund 1933 - 1945

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology War Historic house

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#4 Free museums in Dortmund #4 History & Anthropology in Dortmund #43 Free museums in North Rhine – Westphalia #106 Historic houses in North Rhine – Westphalia #14 War museums in North Rhine – Westphalia #112 War museums in Germany
Resistance & Persecution Museum
Steinstrasse 50

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Visitor information Resistance & Persecution Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00

Admission

0+Free

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Location & Map

Steinstrasse 50, Dortmund

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Resistance & Persecution Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Resistance & Persecution Museum in Dortmund, Germany offers visitors a sobering and educational experience focused on the local history of resistance and persecution during the Nazi era. Located in the former Steinwache police station, which served as a Gestapo prison, the museum provides a powerful context for understanding this dark period.

    Visitors often appreciate the well-preserved nature of the building, which adds to the authenticity of the experience. The exhibits are informative and detailed, presenting personal stories and artifacts that bring the history to life. Many reviewers commend the museum for its thorough documentation and the way it connects local events to the broader historical context.

    The museum's layout allows for a self-guided tour, with information available in multiple languages, making it accessible to international visitors. Some guests note that the content can be emotionally challenging due to the nature of the subject matter, but most agree that it's an important and impactful experience.

    On the downside, a few visitors mention that some areas of the museum could benefit from updated presentation methods or more interactive elements. Additionally, as it's a smaller museum, some guests feel it could be expanded to cover even more aspects of the resistance movement.

    Overall, the Resistance & Persecution Museum is regarded as a valuable educational resource that provides important insights into a difficult period of German history. It's recommended for those interested in World War II history or seeking to understand the local impact of the Nazi regime.

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