10 Meaningful Ways to Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day
Today, April 28th, marks Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day.On this day, wecommemorate the 6 million Jews and millions of others who were killed in the Holocaust. Here are 10 ideas of actions you can take to honor this special day.
1. Tune into our Virtual Program: Join us tonight at 7 PM (PT) for a meaningful program of remembrance, reflection, and inspiration with a panel of local Holocaust survivors, and a candle-lighting ceremony with descendants of survivors. Register now.
2. Visit the Museum: The Holocaust Center for Humanity's Museum will be open from 10am-4pm on April 28 & May 1 with special activities in commemoration of Yom Hashoah. We invite you to visit and leave a message of remembrance and hope. Reserve Tickets Online.
4. Watch a Film: Survivor Voices: Bearing Witness from the Holocaust to Today.An introduction to the Holocaust that weaves survivor testimony with contemporary issues of genocide, racism, and the difference each person can make. 25 min. Grades 6 and up.
5. Post on Social Media: Show you remember - Take a photo and post to social media with the hashtag #HCHSeattle or #ChangeBeginsWithMe, and tag the Holocaust Center's accounts - @HCHSeattle on Facebook and @HolocaustCenterSeattle on Instagram.
9. Host a Book Club or Read a Memoir: There are SO many excellent books. See our list of recommended books for grades 5 through adult.
10. Honor the Righteous Among the Nations: Read the heroic stories of non-Jewish people who risked their lives to save Jews: The Righteous Among the Nations.
