Melbourne Holocaust Museum

Founded by survivors in 1984, we are Australia’s largest institution dedicated to Holocaust education, research and remembrance. FKA the Jewish Holocaust Centre

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Our breathtaking memorial room was designed by accoplished architect, Stephen Jolson.

We asked Stephen what led him to undertaking this generous passion project.

To learn more about this memorialisation project, please visit: https://t.co/NwqNS2QXum

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We're reflecting on how special it was to witness Paul Grinwald and his family visit our 'Hidden' exhibition for the first time, before it opened to the public.

Paul is one of seven survivors who features in the exhibition.

Learn more and book: https://t.co/SYVTIB3h6c

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Happy birthday to the amazing Irma Hanner!

Irma began volunteering at MHM in 2000. Today, she speaks to students in our education program, sharing her message:

"You must fight against hatred. Colour, creed, religion do not come into it.
We are all the same."

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We are sending birthday wishes to Holocaust survivor Sarah Saaroni OAM on her 98th birthday!

Sarah continues to speak to students weekly at MHM, sharing her message of acceptance:

"Live and let live. You don’t have to love everyone but you have to learn to respect everyone.”

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Wishing all of those who speak French a happy #InternationalFrenchLanguageDay!

To mark the ocassion we're passing on a message from French-speaking Holocaust survivor Vivienne Spiegel, who volunteers at MHM every week.

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On Sunday 3 March, we will be marking our 40 year anniversary by providing free access to our 'Everybody Had a Name' exhibition and our Hear a Witness survivor talk.

Walk ins are welcome for our exhibiton but bookings are required for the survivor talk: https://t.co/GOzq92lF2o

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For #InternationalHolocaustRemembranceDay 2024, our commemorative event will centre around the theme 'Fragility of Freedom'.

Join us on 29 January for an expert panel discussion focused on the importance of democracy.

Book your spot: https://t.co/mYPD3mRMb9

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Today, almost 40 years after its establishment, Holocaust survivor Abram Goldberg is proud of all that MHM has achieved, and welcomes you all to our brand new building and exhibition spaces.

Book your tickets: https://t.co/RK88EY41Ow

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We are open over the summer holiday period, with updated opening hours!

If you're looking for something meaningful to do this holiday period, come along to the museum and be inspired by stories of bravery, resilience and hope.

Book your tickets: https://t.co/E6uppViTOe

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Visit the MHM and be inspired by the stories of local Holocaust survivors.

Our opening hours are:

Tues-Thurs: 2 – 7 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 12 pm

Pre-booking on our website is highly recommended to avoid disappointment: https://t.co/N8AOj7Ipbi

We hope to see you soon!

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We stand in support of the #saynotoantisemitism campaign developed and led by industry leaders, professionals, and former premiers of Australia.

Let us stand up against antisemitism and racism today, to inspire a better future tomorrow.

Learn more: https://t.co/M17zmzPrSH

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Our new 'Everybody Had a Name' exhibition is expertly curated to pose important questions to our visitors that remain highly relevant to the world we live in today.

Learn more: https://t.co/RK88EY41Ow

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Happy birthday to Holocaust survivor Henri Korn!

Henri began volunteering at the Melbourne Holocaust Museum in 2000, sharing his message of kindness:

“We can only survive as a civilised society if we care for each other.”

Watch Henri's testimony: https://t.co/YwU0a6lrqO

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The MHM is deeply distressed by the recent events in Israel and after much thought we have decided to proceed with the Ngapa William Cooper performance scheduled to take place on October 17. We invite people to come together in solidarity and stand together against injustice.

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Join The Melbourne Holocaust Museum for a panel discussion about studying the Holocaust at a tertiary level.

To gain insight into the study of the Holocaust and the importance of historical remembrance, book tickets through the link below.

https://t.co/wOhLouhoWy

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The MHM is devastated by the Hamas attack on Israel, the murder of hundreds of innocent people, and the capture of numerous hostages. We are deeply saddened by the loss of innocent lives and stand in solidarity with the people of Israel during this challenging time.

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Today is Holocaust survivor Abram Goldberg OAM's 99th birthday!

Abram has been involved at the museum since its inception in 1984. Since then he has spread his message of respect and acceptance to thousands of students and visitors:

Learn more: https://t.co/TQHk0eo60x

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#HolocaustSurvivor Irma Hanner OAM will feature in our new core exhibition as one of six survivors visitors will be able to follow in our 'In the Footsteps' multimedia overlay.

Learn more about Irma: https://t.co/4aEt812f4O

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Happy birthday to John (Szaja) Chaskiel OAM!

John started at MHM as a volunteer guide in the 1990s, and ever since has been spreading his message of acceptance to visitors and students that walk through our doors.

Learn more about John: https://t.co/wJgXVgknCx

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On October 17, the MHM will be hosting an exclusive performance 'Ngapa William Cooper', featuring Lior & Dr Lou Bennet AM (vocals), The Australian String Quartet, and Andrea Lam (piano).

Book tickets for performance times at 5:00pm and 7:30pm; https://t.co/XMNgp3Zf0a