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Museum of Jewish HeritageA Living Memorial to the Holocaust |
Located on the waterfront, overlooking the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Museum tells of the struggles and triumphs, and the rich culture of the Jewish people through 800 historical and cultural artifacts and more than 2,000 photographs. 24 documentaries introduce the faces and voices of Holocaust survivors, rescuers, and witnesses, including testimonies collected by the Museum and from Spielberg's Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation. The Museum is organized around three themes: early 20th century Jewish Life, the war against the Jews, and Jewish renewal.
| Location | 18 First Place New York City New York |
| Phone | 212-968-1800 |
| Website |
http://www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/misc/html/memorial.html
Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani said, "The Museum of Jewish Heritage will stand tall among our city's cultural institutions. By remembering those who perished in the Holocaust and celebrating the diversity and cultural richness of Jews in New York City and across the country, the Museum will truly serve as a living testament to the Jewish Community ... |
