About the museum the Holodomor

Our Mission

Consolidating Ukrainian Society Through Remembrance of the Past

We are transforming the Museum into a leading institution for the study of the Holodomor genocide, one that responds to society’s current needs. Our main priorities are the promotion of human rights, preventing the recurrence of crimes against humanity, and combating Russian-style ideology through the use of facts.

Strategic objectives

  • Strategic objectives

    The building is situated on an imaginary axis linking the ‘Candle of Remembrance’ monument and the viewing platform on Dniprovskyi Uzviz.

  • Logistics and accessibility

    It will be possible to enter the building housing the permanent exhibition from two sides: from the ‘Candle of Remembrance’ or via a special bridge from the viewing platform.

  • Ceremonial Square

    A special, spacious area will be created in front of the museum entrance for commemorative and official events.

As long as Ukraine maintains its national unity, as long as its people continue to think of themselves as Ukrainians and strive for independence, it poses a serious threat to the very essence of Sovietism.

Rafał Lemkin

an American lawyer, who coined the term ‘genocide’

The basics of the museum’s activities

The National Museum of the Holodomor Genocide is a state-run research, cultural, educational and methodological institution operating under the authority of the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine. The foundations of our day-to-day work are:

  • Critical thinking and responsibility
  • Openness and equality
  • Cooperation and solidarity
  • Dignity and respect for individual rights