A Visit to The National Holocaust Centre and Museum

About the Museum

We recently had the opportunity to visit The National Holocaust Centre and Museum in Newark, and it was a truly moving and educational experience. It’s a vibrant memorial, a place of testimony and a Centre of learning for communities of all faiths, and none, across the UK.

The museum is dedicated to preserving the memory of the Holocaust and its victims, and it does an excellent job of bringing the history of this tragic event to life through a variety of exhibits and displays. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of educating ourselves about the past in order to prevent similar atrocities from happening in the future, and we believe everyone should visit this unique and educational site, in the heart of the Nottinghamshire countryside.

You will be struck by the powerful and emotional impact of the personal stories and artifacts on display. The exhibits include photographs, letters, and other personal items belonging to Holocaust survivors and victims, which gives a deeper understanding of the human cost of this dark chapter in history in a child friendly way. The museum also has a section dedicated to contemporary genocide and the ongoing fight for human rights which acknowledges the importance of learning from the past to create a better future.

The memorial gardens are also a beautiful tribute to survivors, with a statue of Anne Frank being just one of the many varied and moving statues nestled in the manicured gardens. The perfect place to compose your thoughts and have a moment to reflect, there is also an interactive installation, where you are invited to add a stone to a memorial mound.

It is also one of the stops on the Spirit of Wartime Sherwood Trail, a trail of seven heritage sites around Nottinghamshire with a connection to the Second World War, to show visitors the World War II stories they have ready to share with them.

It’s never been easier to get to with an on-demand bus service. The Nottsbus On Demand is run by Nottinghamshire County Council. A flexible way to travel by bus, you can simply book your journey using the dedicated app or by calling them on 0300 500 8080. There is also plenty of parking available on the site.

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Coming soon to The National Holocaust Centre and Museum

The Dressmakers of Auschwitz - Meet The Author

On Sunday 5th March, the National Holocaust Centre & Museum are delighted to welcome the return of best selling author Lucy Adlington to talk about her book 'The Dressmakers of Auschwitz'.

Her best selling book ‘The Dressmakers of Auschwitz’ is the extraordinary true story of Jewish prisoners who sewed for the camp commandant’s wife in an elite fashion salon. Drawing on diverse sources - including interviews with the last surviving seamstress - Lucy follows the fates of these brave women and offers a fresh look at a little-known chapter of World War II and the Holocaust.

Lucy will be talking about the book, her research as well as the ways in which friendship and resilience triumph even in the darkest of places. Lucy will also answer audience questions and sign copies of her book.

L'CHAIM! Exhibition of Oil Paintings

Join the National Holocaust Museum for an exclusive event in which the artist will be telling some of the fascinating stories depicted in these paintings, in conversation with notable historian and outstanding public speaker, Charles Landau. Charles has a passion for history, Jewish history and comparative religion. Beverley-Jane and Charles will hold a joint talk and Q&A about the Jewish community in Britain.  

You will be able to enjoy a solo exhibition by Beverley-Jane Stewart celebrating Jewish life in Britain down the centuries. They also invite you to explore the permanent museum exhibitions and stunning gardens.

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This blog was written by Katherine Taylor, Marketing Executive at Visit Nottinghamshire.