07.11.2024


On November 6, a delegation led by Archbishop Jan Graubner of Prague visited the Armenian Genocide Memorial, accompanied by Reverend Father Barsegh Pilavchyan, spiritual pastor of the Czech Armenian community, and Petr Pirunchik, the Czech Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Armenia.

Lusine Abrahamyan, Deputy Director for Museum Affairs at the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute (AGMI), welcomed the delegation and guided them through the Memorial Complex, sharing insights into its historical significance. She recounted the stories behind the three khachkars at Tsitsernakaberd, dedicated to Armenians who perished in massacres orchestrated by the Azerbaijani government in Sumgait, Kirovabad (Gandzak), and Baku in the late 20th century. She also highlighted the lives of five freedom fighters honored at the Memory Wall, who sacrificed their lives in the struggle for Artsakh’s survival, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of the Armenian Genocide amid modern-day persecution and violence against Armenians.

Archbishop Graubner laid a wreath at the memorial in tribute to the martyrs of the Armenian Genocide, followed by the delegation’s laying of flowers at the Eternal Flame and observing a moment of silence in honor of the innocent victims.

During their visit, the guests toured both the permanent and temporary exhibitions at the Armenian Genocide Museum, guided by AGMI senior tour guide Hasmik Martirosyan. Following the museum tour, Archbishop Graubner left a note in the Memory Book for Honorary Guests.

In appreciation, Mrs. Abrahamyan presented Archbishop Graubner with books about the Armenian Genocide.