Author: Claude Brebsom

The MNM at the St. Barbara festival

December 4, 2025 in Rumelange: St. Barbara's Day was celebrated in honor of the miners with a parade through the town, a ceremony in front of the miners' monument, a mass in our mine and a delicious meal for the National Mining Museum team at the "Brasserie du Musée".

“Gin de la mine” – Luxembourg craftsmanship meets industrial history

MNM and Opyos Beverages recently presented a unique joint project: the first Luxembourg gin, matured for over a year in the depths of an iron ore mine 75 meters underground. This extraordinary experiment brings together craftsmanship, the Luxembourg region and industrial history in a product that could only have been born of this combination in the south of the country.

Christmas musical tour

December 13 at 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. During our musical Christmas tour, you'll not only discover fascinating insights into our mine, but also enjoy Christmas melodies played live by the Harmonie Municipale de Rumelange (HMR). Enjoy a cup of mulled wine and let yourself be seduced by the unique atmosphere. Reservations and tickets: www.mnm.lu (calendar) Untitled design - 11 Untitled design - 12 Untitled design - 13

Share your knowledge and enthusiasm: become a guide at MNM

Are you interested as a guide (m/f) at the National Mine Museum, leading groups of adults and children through 150 years of fascinating mining history in Luxembourg? If you have an interest in historical events and want to share your passion with others, we look forward to receiving your application. Join our teams as a freelancer and help us bring to life the stories, challenges and achievements of the miners. Together, we can bring the past to life and leave a lasting impression on our visitor [...]

MNM-Stammdësch on the “Thillebierg” Mine

November 27, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. Our guide, Dario Di Genova, practically grew up with the Thillebierg Mine. His father and two uncles had worked there, and the mining train had almost passed through his grandmother's garden. With his memories and extensive photo collection, he tries to bring the gallery back to life for an hour. Meet us on Thursday, November 27 at 8:00 pm in our multi-purpose room in the reception building. Language: Luxembourgish. Admission is free.

Exclusive tour with carbide lamps on November 22 and 23, 2025

A visit to the gallery with carbide lamps is a fascinating journey into the past. These lamps, used by miners as a source of light, plunge you into the dark but exciting world of mining. An awe-inspiring experience that brings to life the challenges and courage of those who worked underground. Booking and tickets: www.mnm.lu (calendar)

Exclusively in the museum of mines store: statuette of miners in noble bronze

Made by the renowned Plein art foundry, the filigree treatment and detailed design of the 17 cm-high statuettes are eye-catching - perfect as a souvenir, gift or addition to your collection. The unique Miner statuette is available in the store of the Natiomal Mine Museum.in Rumelange. Further information at info@mnm.lu or +352 56 56 88

New: MNM-Train as a set of building bricks

The National Mining Museum and Lubrix present our MNM train as a building block. With 400 high-quality building blocks in full color and authentic design, this set is a delight for all young and old builders and railway fans. A complete set includes the MNM locomotive with remote control, two wagons and rails. Each part is also available separately. You can obtain the set in the MNM store or via Payconiq (QR-Code). For further information, please contact us by e-mail info@mnm.lu or by telephone [...]

Minister of Labour visits the Mining Museum

The Minister of Labor, Georges Mischo, visited the Musée National des Mines in Rumelange and was impressed by the exhibition and the historical importance of the Minette region to Luxembourg's economic development. He was welcomed and accompanied by MNM President Henri Haine, members of our Board of Directors and staff.