A Vision of Memory and Hope

At the center of the memorial stands a sculpture of a mother holding her child—a powerful representation of resilience, continuity, and survival. This maternal figure honors the countless Armenian mothers and children who faced unimaginable suffering during the Armenian Genocide of 1915.

The design incorporates:

• A crane (groong in Armenian), a symbol of the Armenian diaspora’s longing for home and peace.

• A forget-me-not flower, the international emblem of Armenian Genocide remembrance since the centennial in 2015.

• A cubic pedestal inscribed with “Armenian Genocide April 24, 1915,” the widely recognized start of the atrocities.

• A mosaic tile rug at the base, crafted from durable glass or ceramic, representing the beauty and continuity of Armenian culture.

A sculptor is expected to be selected by summer 2025, with the memorial scheduled for installation in the first quarter of 2028—coinciding with the anticipated completion of its site in the Heart of the Park at the Great Park. Surrounded by the park’s tranquil greenery, the memorial will offer a space for quiet reflection, remembrance, and connection.