Important Announcement for Recipients of Compensation Payments from Germany
In a first for the Holocaust survivor community of Victoria, registered recipients of German compensation will be able to sign-in at the Jewish Holocaust Centre on Wednesday 8 July between 2.30 and 4pm to have annual applications for ‘Life Certificate’ officially endorsed. This significant first-off activity is a joint venture between the Jewish Holocaust Centre and the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany.
The new arrangement offers the community the convenience of making an appointment-time at the Centre for the sign-in afternoon. Alternatively, applicants can continue with the previous arrangement of signing at the German Consulate, 480 Punt Road, South Yarra, Monday to Friday from 9am – 12pm. Applicants are required to bring a valid Photo-ID (passport, drivers license, Keypass or Proof of age card) and ensure the application form is completed ready for signing and stamping by the Consular staff.
All queries related to the application for German compensation should be directed to the German Consulate General Ph: (03) 9864 6888. Bookings for the sign-in day can be arranged by phoning Tosca at the Holocaust Centre on (03) 9528 1985.
Story-Pod technology arrives at the Jewish Holocaust Centre
Invitation to Participate
One of the core aims of the Jewish Holocaust Centre is to be innovative. In December this year, we embark on a very exciting chapter, the upgrade of the Holocaust Musem display - a vital link to our long-term vision.
The upgrade will breathe new life into the permanent exhibition including the installation of remarkable new technology - ‘Storypods’. These interactive and user-friendly touch-screen kiosks will enable visitors to explore experiences of some of Melbourne’s survivors of the Holocaust, offering in-depth access and interaction with their stories and primary source documentation.
To find out more on how you can participate, view, or download the PDF, or click >more information below.
Fabric of the Future
In recognition of the Jewish Holocaust Centre’s 25 Years milestone, the Centre has launched its ‘Fabric of the Future’ program and 2009 events calendar. Since 1984 the Centre and the Museum have proudly welcomed almost half a million people through their doors. We attribute the growth of the Centre to the vision of the founders together with the many survivors, volunteers and supporters who have woven the fabric of the Holocaust Centre – in a physical, emotional and moral sense.
For more details, and information on how become a part of the 'Fabric of the Future' program please view or download the PDF brochure.
Full Year Cashmere Sponsors
JUNE 14 from 12-4pm
Holocaust Centre Open Day 13-15 Selwyn Street Elsternwick.
A behind-the-scenes look at the Museum and its people. Highlights include the launch of Storypod interactive technology and Holocaust survivor photographic exhibition.
JUNE 25
Through the Looking Glass student film making competition entries close.
AUGUST 9 - 12
HOLAGIF 09 – Holocaust and Genocide International Films Event at The Classic Cinema and the JHC Marejn Auditorium.
A special screening of current and retrospective
feature, documentary and short films
dealing with the Holocaust and modern
genocides of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Incorporating the Through the Looking Glass student film making competition awards and entries screening. Details on the website and bookings through the Classic Cinema commencing mid July.
Satin Event Sponsors:
Velvet Event sponsors:
AUGUST 20-31
Victorian Writers Festival literary events at the Centre in conjunction with Sunflower Bookshop.
Velvet Event Sponsors:
SEPTEMBER 3
The Betty and Shmuel Rosenkranz Oration. To be delivered by Simon Gurevichius, charismatic Executive Director of the Lithuanian Jewish Community.
FROM OCTOBER 18
Spots of Light – Women in the Holocaust
Yad Vashem’s light and sound
temporary exhibition. Public programs and intergenerational functions
throughout the month in the JHC’s Smorgon & Marejn Auditoriums.
Cunningham Dax ‘Out of the Dark’ artworks exhibition exploring the emotional legacy of the Holocaust on survivors, child survivors and the children of Holocaust survivors. Exhibition and public programs at 35 Poplar Road Parkville. Child survivors program at the Holocaust Centre Smorgon Auditorium.
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DECEMBER 6
Fine Art Auction Fundraiser at Bonhams & Goodman - Level 1, 540 Malvern Road Prahran.
Museum upgrade construction program
commences. Expected re-opening early in 2010.