Museum – Memorial Site in Bełżec, Holocaust memorial museum in Bełżec, Poland
The Museum-Memorial Site in Bełżec stands on the grounds of a former Nazi death camp and documents the systematic mass murder that took place there. The exhibitions display artifacts, photographs, and testimonies that illustrate what happened to those who were brought to this location.
The site was built in October 1941 as a killing center for Jews from occupied Eastern Europe. Operations continued until the facility was closed in 1942 after hundreds of thousands had been murdered.
The place functions as a space where visitors encounter the stories and dignity of those who were killed. It serves to keep their memory alive and helps people understand the consequences of hatred and intolerance.
The museum is open several days a week and visitors should allow adequate time to view the exhibitions thoughtfully. Those visiting should wear appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear for walking across the grounds.
Rudolf Reder was one of only two people who survived Bełżec, and his accounts provided crucial information about what occurred there. His testimony ranks among the most valuable records for understanding the operations of this camp.
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