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Occupation Treasure Tours

See behind the scenes at Jersey Archive and discover some of the Occupation treasures that we hold in our Strongrooms

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16 May 2025 - 17 May 2025
Jersey Archive

With Jersey celebrating Liberation 80 on 9 May this event will celebrate and tell the story of the Liberation of Jersey. Talks, tours and handling sessions will be taking place all weekend with guest speakers and Jersey Archive staff talking about different aspects of the Liberation period.

In this FREE tour, visit the strongrooms to see behind the scenes at Jersey Archive and discover some of the incredible and unique material from the Occupation years that we hold in our strongrooms and which tell the story of this significant time in the Island’s history. (limited spaces available).

Two tours are availanle.
16 May at 11.30am until 12.30
17 May at 11.30am until 12.30
Place are limited so, reserve your free space by emailing archives@jerseyheritage.org or calling 01534 833300.