Arlene M.
4/2/2023
This review is limited to the Monument to the six million Jewish martyrs located in the Memorial plaza. I ran out of the car in a pouring rain while my husband circled the block for me to get...
Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza
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16 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza in Philadelphia, PA has welcomed over 50,000 visitors since its inception in 2018. This unique memorial invites visitors to explore the oldest public Holocaust Monument in the United States, offering educational features that resonate throughout every season.
The Plaza features distinctive elements such as the Six Pillars, symbolizing the memory of the Six Million Jews lost during the Holocaust, and a Tree Grove paying tribute to those who resisted the Nazi regime. An Eternal Flame embodies hope within the Wall of Remembrance, emphasizing the commitment to never forget, while original train tracks from Treblinka in Poland serve as a stark reminder of mass deportations.
Furthermore, the Plaza showcases the iconic Theresienstadt Tree, a poignant symbol of life and hope, and Nathan Rapoport’s Monument to Six Million Jewish Martyrs, the first public Holocaust memorial in North America. The addition of a planned mural further enriches the educational experience offered by the Plaza, creating a space for learning and remembrance.
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Tank G.
12/5/2022
This is a nice, be it small plaza located in the heart of Philly across from love park. The plaza has many features that you may miss. The most prominent feature is the sculpture in the middle of...
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