Holodomor Commemoration Exhibit at St. Volodymyr Institute
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St. Volodymyr Institute
Event Description
Step into a powerful journey through history, where survivor voices and striking visuals unfold the tragedy of the Holodomor.
Tuesday & Thursday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday & Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday & Monday closed
*Self-guided.
This immersive exhibit offers an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of the Holodomor and the role of memory in confronting historical injustice.
Donations of non-perishable food items are welcome and will support a community food bank.
*Exhibit will be open during special events HOLODOMOR 1932-1933: A Genocidal Famine Remembered
Twelve towering panels present historical information on the Holodomor, its implementation, and the impact of decades-long denial on global awareness of the genocide. Video of survivor interviews, from the Ukrainian Canadian Research and Documentation Centre (UCRDC) archives, is featured alongside projected installations.
Exhibit Features
Authenticated historical photographs from 1932-33 by A. Wienerberger, N. Bokan, W. Williams, M. Zhelizniak
Survivor testimonies, presented through large-format displays and interactive media QR codes throughout the exhibit, providing access to video of survivor interviews via mobile devices
Video footage of survivor interviews from the UCRDC oral history archival collection
Projected installation
Take-away guidebook highlighting key elements of the images, providing historical context and reflection prompts, including a resource area for further learning
This exhibit offers a unique opportunity to connect with survivors’ stories and reflect on the role of historical memory in preventing such crimes from happening again. The experience is self-guided and takes approximately one hour to explore, allowing visitors to move through the space at their own pace. Scheduled times when a Holodomor researcher is present are also available for those who wish to engage more deeply. For groups larger than ten, please book in advance.There is no cost for this exhibit.
CONTENT ADVISORY
The exhibit contains sensitive imagery and oral histories depicting starvation and the impact of famine. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
This exhibit is presented by St.Volodymyr Institute, Holodomor Research and Education Consortium (HREC), Ukrainian Canadian Research & Documentation Centre (UCRDC), The Ukrainian Museum of Canada Ontario Branch, and UCC-Toronto
For more information or to book this exhibit, please contact hrec@ualberta.ca
Event Location
St. Volodymyr Institute
620 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 2H4
