NYS Landmarks Lit Yellow for Holocaust Remembrance Day
A Tribute to the Victims of the Holocaust
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the state of New York paid tribute to the victims of the Holocaust by illuminating 14 iconic landmarks in the color yellow. This poignant gesture aimed to honor the six million Jews murdered by the Nazi regime during World War II.
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Message
“Today, we remember the six million Jews murdered by the Nazi regime,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “Eighty years since the liberation of Auschwitz, we must honor the memories of those taken from us by standing up to antisemitic hate wherever it rears its ugly head.”
The Landmarks
The following landmarks were lit up in yellow to recognize the significance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day:
- 1WTC
- Albany International Airport Gateway
- Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
- Empire State Plaza
- Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
- Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
- Kosciuszko Bridge
- Moynihan Train Hall
- MTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn Station
- Niagara Falls
- State Education Building
- State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
- The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
- The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
Conclusion
This poignant display of solidarity and remembrance serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing against hatred and discrimination in all its forms. As we honor the victims of the Holocaust, we must also recommit ourselves to promoting tolerance, understanding, and inclusivity in our communities.
FAQs
* What is International Holocaust Remembrance Day?
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed on January 27th to commemorate the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp on January 27, 1945.
* What is the significance of lighting up landmarks in yellow?
The color yellow is often associated with the Jewish faith and is used to represent the six-pointed Star of David. By lighting up landmarks in yellow, the state of New York aimed to symbolize its commitment to remembering and honoring the victims of the Holocaust.
