The .org site I would like to use is www.remember.org
A cybrary, an online collection of reference material, of the holocaust was developed as www.remember.org. The home page indicates it was founded in 1995 to remember - Zachor, Sich Erinnern (I believe the translation is remember oneself). The site was established to enable contributors to connect and share on the holocaust. It offers survivors, teachers, historians, etc. a one-stop shop of stories, research resources, art, photography, etc. Some of the site content is provided by the survivors and liberators.
It is actually a fascinating website; however, a little overwhelming, as there is SO much content. I do not find the site particularly visually appealing, but navigating was not difficult. The site is owned by a company called Alliance for a Better Earth (ABE). There is a contact name, physical mailing address, phone number and the 501(C)3 non-profit corporation disclosure. All the links I experimented with took me to the expected site, clip, art piece, etc. I did not come across any underlying site. The site is maintained and does advertise how to donate, which I believe would be common for a non-profit organization.
There are interactive maps with some amazing photos from Alan Jacobs with accompanying descriptions. The photos are more current, but the impact is still incredible. My favorite is the “then and now” photos. Some scenes are watercolor or other media depictions and then with a click, voila, a photograph of the location as it is today. Interesting! The art compared to the scenery today – I cannot describe the emotion that stirs within me. There are survivor interviews, rescuer stories, speeches, and so many more items of interest. All of the content seems to be properly documented. Truly, a great website for anyone to absorb knowledge on the holocaust.
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I had been to the Holocaust museum before with my mom. She converted to Judaism about a decade ago and I think she felt quite connected. Having a docent this time instead of listening to the audio while walking through the museum really made a difference for me. It is incredible to see the conditions they were subjected to. The entire 24 hour period was rather mentally exhausting. I was glad we had the experience as a class.
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