Light Up America Yellow

Empire State Building

The Empire State Building illuminated its tower lights in yellow, creating a powerful beacon of remembrance over the New York City skyline. As one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, its participation underscores New York’s commitment to honoring Holocaust memory.

Mario Cuomo Bridge

The Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge glowed in yellow as a symbolic reminder of unity and historical awareness. Its prominent visibility over the Hudson River extended the message of remembrance to thousands of New Yorkers.

Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden illuminated its exterior lighting in yellow, adding one of New York’s most iconic venues to the statewide initiative. Its participation brought the message of remembrance to countless visitors and passersby in the heart of Manhattan.

NYC City Hall

New York City Hall lit its exterior in yellow to honor International Holocaust Remembrance Day, standing as a municipal symbol of remembrance and resolve. The city’s participation reflects its long-standing commitment to combating antisemitism and preserving historical truth.

Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal illuminated portions of its historic architecture in yellow, offering a striking reminder to thousands of daily commuters. The display connected New Yorkers with the importance of honoring Holocaust victims through visible public remembrance.

One World Trade Center

One World Trade Center lit its spire in yellow, merging New York’s spirit of resilience with a solemn tribute to Holocaust victims. As a global symbol of strength, its participation reinforces the importance of standing against hatred and intolerance.

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SUNY Plaza

The State University of New York Administration Headquarters in Albany participated by illuminating its towering architecture in yellow, engaging students and the academic community in the message of remembrance. Its involvement reflects the role of educational institutions in promoting awareness and historical understanding.

Kosciuszko Bridge

The Kosciuszko Bridge lit up in yellow, creating a striking visual across the Brooklyn–Queens skyline. Its bold illumination served as a powerful reminder of the importance of Holocaust remembrance in one of the nation’s busiest metropolitan areas.

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls was illuminated in yellow, transforming one of the world’s natural wonders into a tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. The powerful display drew significant public attention and reinforced the importance of reflection on January 27.

Alfered E. Smith Office Building

The Alfred E. Smith Building joined the initiative by lighting its upper stories in yellow, standing prominently over downtown Albany. The building’s participation reinforces statewide leadership in supporting Holocaust awareness and public remembrance.

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Nassau County Executive Building

The Nassau County Executive Building joined the initiative by lighting its façade in yellow, highlighting the county’s dedication to Holocaust awareness and education. Its participation reflects the leadership of Long Island communities in this national remembrance effort.

State Education Building

The New York State Education Building illuminated its grand columns in yellow, symbolizing the vital role of education in preserving Holocaust history. Its participation highlights New York’s dedication to teaching future generations about remembrance and tolerance.

MTA LIRR Penn Station Gateway

The East End Gateway at Penn Station glowed in yellow, greeting thousands of commuters and visitors with a message of unity and reflection. This highly visible display extended the reach of the initiative into one of New York City’s most traveled transportation hubs.

H Lee Dennison Building

Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone ordered the H Lee Dennison Building housing the county government offices to be lit up on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

New York State Fair Grounds

Every year over 1 million visitors enjoy its 50 facilities over 379,000 square feet of jam packed fun featuring a variety of events and a new $50 million Expo Center. It is centrally located in Syracuse.

Westchester County Building

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins issued the following statement, “International Holocaust Remembrance Day is a moment to stop and reflect on one of the darkest chapters in human history. We remember the six million Jewish lives lost, the millions of others targeted, and the families and communities forever changed. In Westchester, remembrance means action through educating our children, speaking out against antisemitism and standing firmly against all forms of intolerance. We owe it to those who suffered and to future generations to ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust guide us toward accountability and a society where every person is treated with dignity and respect.

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Mobilizing memory to educate visitors about the dangers of intolerance, and Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust

New York Medical College

As the largest university under Jewish auspices in the country, Touro University has a role to play in educating the next generation of leaders about how to root out antisemitism in their communities,” said Dr. Alan Kadish, President of Touro University and New York Medical College. “The simple act of illuminating our campuses and raising awareness of the day is part of a larger effort to help educate the communities we’re in about the importance of standing up for what’s right.

Westchester Medical Center

WMC is the primary academic affiliate and teaching hospital for the New York Medical College.

At the campus lighting ceremony, with over 275 in person and Zoon attendees, Westchester County Executive, Ken Jenkins, offered remarks and Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, NYMC, interviewed renowned historian Konrad H. Jarausch, editor of Reluctant Accomplice.
“Holocaust remembrance is not only a historical obligation – it is a moral and professional responsibility,” said Dr. Halperin. “For institutions dedicated to medicine, science, and education, understanding the consequences of silence and dehumanization is essential to ethical leadership and patient care.”

Onondaga County Convention Center

The Onondaga County Convention Center, a 100,000 square foot event space in Syracuse, lit up in yellow on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Its illumination transformed one of Central New York’s largest gathering venues into a powerful symbol of remembrance, bringing visibility and awareness to thousands across the region.

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27th

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