1.5 Million butterflies to take flight.
by Allen ~ January 31st, 2008. Filed under: Museum.The Holocaust Museum in Houston is collecting 1.5 million handmade butterflies to remember the 1,500,000 children killed during the Holocaust. Butterflies should be no larger than 8 inches by 10 inches, may be of any medium the artist chooses, but one-dimensional submissions are preferred and glitter should not be used. All butterflies should be sent to the Holocaust Museum no later than June 30, 2008 and include your name, organization/school, physical and e-mail address, and how many butterflies you sent. Mail or bring your butterflies to:
Houston Holocaust Museum
Education Department
5401 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004
USA
More information is available at their website, including the “I never saw another butterfly” activity. If you are a teacher looking for an activity to help explain or illustrate damages done by the Holocaust this might be an appropriate activity. Use your best judgment in determining whether the children under your care are ready for the material.
