Cape Town Holocaust Centre

Cape Town


This small museum packs a lot in with a considerable emotional punch. The history of anti-Semitism is set in a South African context with parallels drawn to the local struggle for freedom. You can also see temporary exhibitions and watch the fascinating 25-minute documentary Nelson Mandela: A Righteous Man

In the same complex of buildings as the South African Jewish Museum, the centre often has events such as lectures and movie screenings – check their Facebook page for the latest updates.

Transportation

  • bus: Annandale

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