Holocaust centers are important because they are a physical place dedicated to the purpose of helping keep the memory of the Holocaust alive in the hearts and minds of humanity. They also serve as a reminder of what can happen when hatred and prejudice are allowed to grow unchecked in the hearts of man.
Photographs
One of the most important items that can be found in any Holocaust Center is contemporary photographs. Photographs help keep the memory of the Holocaust alive by providing visual evidence of what happened. Many photos were taken during the Holocaust, both by victims and perpetrators. They serve as a window into the past allowing the public to view life through the eyes of firsthand witnesses.
Artifacts
Similarly, items typically available to visitors in most any Holocaust Center include physical artifacts that help to provide a physical connection to the events of the Holocaust. Many artifacts were once personal possessions owned by victims of the Holocaust, including prisoners of concentration camps. These artifacts can help remind us of the human cost of the Holocaust and provide a tangible recognizable link between modern people and what can otherwise be foggy and distant events.
Documents
Documents are another important item found in this type of center. These can include anything from letters, diaries and memoirs written by people during the Holocaust as well as official documents issued by the Nazi government and other perpetrators.
Memorials
An additional portion of any well-organized holocaust center will also typically include memorials to the victims themselves. They help us to remember the victims of the Holocaust and serve as a reminder that we must never forget what happened and that they the victims are and should be the central focus of Holocaust awareness efforts.
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The Zachor Group is a holocaust education and remembrance organization based in the United States. The group’s mission is to educate people about the Holocaust and remember the victims. The group has a website with resources for educators and additional related materials.
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