The National Holocaust Memorial Day

The National Holocaust Memorial Day

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The Mansion House, Sunday 26th January

The National Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration takes place in Dublin every year on the Sunday nearest to the 27 of January, in the Round Room at the Mansion House. It is organised under the auspices of Holocaust Education Trust Ireland in association with The Department of Justice and Equality and Dublin City Council.

The Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration cherishes the memory of all who perished in the Holocaust. It recalls six million Jewish men, women and children and millions of others who were persecuted and murdered by the Nazis because of their ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliations or their religious beliefs. The ceremony includes readings, survivors’ recollections, candle-lighting and music. It is attended by people from all walks of life and is a moving and dignified event.

Please contact HETI on [email protected] if you are unable to register for the event.

Date:
Sunday 26th January
Time:
6.00pm - 8.00pm
Price:
Registration required
Address:
The Mansion House, Dawson St, Dublin 2, Ireland
Google Map of The Mansion House, Dawson St, Dublin 2, Ireland

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