Holocaust Memorial Day

Heroism and Resistance exhibition - Monday 13 to Friday 23 January 2025 at the Forum

An exhibition which tells the story of the Jews who found themselves facing unprecedented situations, which tested their human principles of solidarity.

This is free to attend.

Service of Commemoration - Sunday 26 January, 3pm at The Civic Centre, Vitoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6ER

The service will include music, poetry, readings, exhibitions and an address by holocaust survivor, Paul Sved, BEM

The service is free to all to attend.

Holocaust Tree Planting Ceremony - Monday 27 January, 12pm at Southchurch Park, Shaftesbury Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2YN

The Worshipful the Mayor, Cllr Ron Woodley will plant a tree in remembrance of all those who have died in the Holocaust and more recent genocides.

All are welcome to attend.