Oregon Holocaust Memorial

Very moving, in a remote corner of Washington Park. Most unsettling was the art on the ground, depicting various items left behind by deportees.

A place for reflection… I was very moved, spent quite bit time here. Let’s never forget this darkest moment in our history, and never let it happen again!

Stunning memorial with an immense amount of history. Make sure to read it all. And notice the sculptures on the walkway to the memorial

Quiet , somber , heartbreaking and beautiful. Bring some flowers or something to set at the wall for remembrance of all those lost. Please don't let your small children play and be loud around this quiet memorial.

I've visited quite a few memorials of the Shoah, but this outstanding monument in the lush and serene Washington Park in Portland especially struck me. The historical concise description of the Holocaust, etched on the left hand side of the main slab, conveys the incomprehensible dimensions of the worst European tragedy in history in a poignant, effective, heart-wrenching way. An attentive visit to this place should be a mandatory activity for anyone, in particular for young students. The educational value is immense. I could not help recoiling in deep tears, as once again I was overwhelmed with sorrow and shame for what was perpetuated to those minorities just barely eighty years ago. If you are planning a visit to Portland, OR,ake sure you set aside a few minutes to dedicate to this place.

What a moving monument. Ubered up to the Pittock Mansion from downtown then ran down the trails and up to Washington Park. Knew I wanted to visit the Sacajawea monument and the Lewis and Clark Monument. Was quite touched and taken aback with the Holocaust Monument. Loved reading about many of the facts then the entire backside were folks from the Pacific Northwest. What a touching monument.

Simple and nicely designed Memorial. But watch out for the trip hazards around the entrance though.

My wife and I recently went up to Washington Park, just a 20 minute walk from our home. We spent time experiencing the Oregon Holocaust Memorial. I appreciated the polished granite surfaces. Our own reflections allowed us to visually place ourselves in connection with the victims and survivors. People are people. We are the same.