Yad Vashem

Yad Vashem is a powerful and emotive memorial to the six million Jews who were murdered during the Holocaust. Located in Jerusalem, the museum, educational centre and research institute are devoted to teaching people about the horrors of the Holocaust and its victims.

Visit Key Sites and Memorials Within the Museum Complex.

Yad Vashem consists of a variety of sites and memorials, all dedicated to the victims of the Holocaust. The Hall of Names is a powerful space filled with photos and wanted posters from those affected by the tragedy, as well as name submissions for those killed during the genocide. The Children’s Memorial remembers the 1.5 million children who perished in World War II and features an eternal flame, while Avraham Avinu Square honors those who lost their lives in concentration camps. Other sites include the Valley of Communities and Memorial Gardens where visitors can take time to reflect on what happened during this dark chapter in history.

Learn More About Important Research Areas in the Center.

The Yad Vashem research center is one of its most focal points, helping to keep alive the memory and history of the Holocaust by researching and documenting victims as well as shedding light on the history and culture before and during World War II. Areas of study include Jewish social history, Holocaust education, anti-Semitism, rescue attempts, memorialization and more. Visitors can also browse through a Permanent Art Collection with art pieces donated by libraries and other institutions from around the world.

Check Out Educational Programs and Resources Available at Yad Vashem.

Yad Vashem offers a wealth of educational programs and resources for visitors to explore, including seminars, virtual collections, workshops, and online exhibits. The “Beit Midrash” (Scholarly Study House) at Yad Vashem holds lectures from prominent Holocaust scholars and houses extensive archival materials regarding the Holocaust. Visitors can participate in numerous programs including guided tours and lectures aimed at improving Holocaust education and awareness worldwide.

Donate or Lend Your Support to Preservation Projects at Yad Vashem.

Yad Vashem relies on donations to continue its work in preserving the memory of victims and educating the public about the Holocaust. Visitors can easily donate or lend their support by donating towards a variety of preservation projects, such as restoring artifacts, digitizing archival collections and ensuring that the educational resources available at Yad Vashem are adequate and accessible to all visitors. Donors have the reward of knowing that their contributions have aided in preserving one of Israel’s most significant historical sites for future generations.