Montréal Holocaust Museum

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This small museum provides a record of Jewish history and culture from pre-WWII Europe, during Nazi Germany, and after the Holocaust. The museum has many powerful exhibits, including some personal items like earmuffs and letters, and holds seminars and other events; groups of 10 or more can arrange to hear testimonies by Holocaust survivors. The museum is closed on Jewish holidays; see the website to confirm Friday hours between November and March.

The website features virtual exhibitions with videos of survivor testimonies and educational resources about genocide.

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