Dnipro solemnly celebrated the 13th anniversary of the official opening of one of the most important Jewish historical institutions – the “Memory of the Jewish People and the Holocaust in Ukraine” Museum, which began its public activities in this status in October 2012, continuing and developing the work of “Tkuma” – the first historical research organization created by the Dnipro Jewish Community back in the 1990s.
A whole series of pleasant surprises was prepared for the Museum’s birthday. First and foremost, admission to the Museum was free for all visitors for the entire day. Furthermore, an exciting quest based on the museum’s exhibits took place, which was particularly enjoyed by children and teenagers. They were amazed to learn how laundry was washed by hand in the old days using a washboard and roller, what kind of shovel was used for baking bread, how to use a rotary dial telephone, what devices people used for calculations not so long ago, how they looked through a stereoscope, and discovered many other amazing things.
Next, as part of the 13th-anniversary celebration, a large free guided tour was held. During this tour, visitors learned how the Museum has evolved, how its exhibits and collections are expanded and enriched, what future plans the Museum has, and how significant a role it plays in shaping a modern Ukrainian identity in our city and throughout Ukraine.
The celebration concluded with a prize draw. Every visitor to the Museum that day received a lottery ticket with a unique number upon entry, and at the end, everyone could watch as a randomizer selected the winners. The main gifts from the Museum were books, along with incentive prizes – kosher chocolate treats from the well-known confectionery brand “Millennium.”
“We sincerely thank everyone who shared this day with us,” emphasized Dr. Iryna Radchenko, Director of the “Memory of the Jewish People and the Holocaust in Ukraine” Museum. “We hope it became a special day for every guest, filled with pleasant communication, new knowledge, and wonderful impressions.”
