In observance of Yom HaShoah, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and its Jewish Community Relations Council invite the community to gather in remembrance of the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and in honor of the Survivors who continue to bear witness.
Now in its 62nd year, the Philadelphia Holocaust Memorial Ceremony reflects a longstanding community commitment to remembrance, education and responsibility – l’dor v’dor, from generation to generation – and to ensuring that lessons of the Holocaust are not forgotten.
The ceremony will include candle lighting, music and prayers.
Register by Friday, April 10 at 9 a.m.
EVENT DETAILS
Date & Time:
Sunday, April 12 | 2 – 3 p.m.
Location:
Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza
16th Street at Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Additional DETAILS
- For security purposes, advance registration is strongly encouraged.
- Government IDs are subject to verification and bags are subject to search.
- In the event of inclement weather, you will be notified if the ceremony is moved indoors at Congregation Rodeph Shalom on Sunday, April 12 at 2 p.m.
- By attending this event, you agree to the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Terms and Conditions.
- Should you have any questions about this event, please email events@jewishphilly.org or call 215.832.0534.
Brought to You By
This program is hosted by Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Jewish Community Relations Council, ADL, AJC, Gratz College, Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center, Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation, Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Association, Sons and Daughters of Holocaust Survivors of Greater Philadelphia, and 3GPhilly.