Light Up America Yellow

LIGHTING UP CONNECTICUT YELLOW

Connecticut continues to contribute meaningfully to the national effort to illuminate America in yellow on January 27 in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. With respected institutions taking part, Connecticut helps elevate public awareness and reinforces the importance of remembrance across the state.

This statewide participation reflects Connecticut’s dedication to Holocaust education and the fight against antisemitism. As the movement grows, we welcome additional cities, institutions, and landmarks to join the effort. If your Connecticut location would like to participate in the 2026 initiative, please contact the coalition.

State coordinator:

Name: Doris Zelinsky
Phone - tbd
Email - doris.zelinsky@gmail.com
Organization: New Haven Holocaust Memory

Contact us to light up your building, become a sponsor, or volunteer to help

Participating Locations In Connecticut

Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale – New Haven, CT

The Slifka Center illuminated its welcoming façade in yellow, reflecting its mission of community, education, and remembrance. Located at Yale University, its participation highlights the essential role academic institutions play in preserving Holocaust memory.

Long Wharf Maritime Center – New Haven, CT

The Long Wharf Maritime Center illuminated its waterfront tower in yellow, creating a striking presence along New Haven Harbor. Its participation brings visibility to the initiative from one of the city’s most recognizable commercial landmarks.

New Haven City Hall – New Haven, CT

New Haven City Hall lit its historic façade in yellow, adding a powerful civic statement to the center of downtown. The building’s participation reflects the city’s commitment to remembrance and public education.

Branford Town Hall – Branford, CT

Branford Town Hall illuminated its classical columns in yellow, offering a dignified tribute in the heart of Branford’s civic district. Its involvement highlights the role of local municipalities in supporting Holocaust remembrance.

Guilford Free Library – Guilford, CT

The Guilford Free Library glowed in yellow, transforming its historic structure into a symbol of learning and reflection. Its participation underscores the importance of community institutions in preserving Holocaust memory.

Union Station – New Haven, CT

New Haven’s Union Station illuminated its grand brick exterior in yellow, greeting travelers with a meaningful visual reminder of remembrance. As a major transportation hub, its participation helps bring the message to thousands of daily commuters.

Travelers Tower – Hartford, CT

The Travelers Tower illuminated its historic crown in yellow, creating a powerful beacon above the Hartford skyline. As one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, its participation underscores Connecticut’s leadership in honoring Holocaust remembrance.

Gano A. Gock Boathouse – Hartford, CT

The Gano A. Gock Boathouse lit its modern glass façade in yellow, providing a striking riverside tribute within Hartford’s riverfront district. Its participation reflects the growing involvement of community-focused facilities in supporting Holocaust remembrance.

Temple Street Garage – New Haven, CT

The Temple Street Garage illuminated its distinctive concrete levels in yellow, transforming the structure into a bold urban display in downtown New Haven. Its participation brings visibility to the initiative in one of the city’s busiest corridors.

Guilford Town Hall – Guilford, CT

Guilford Town Hall lit its traditional brick exterior in yellow, offering a warm and welcoming tribute in the center of Guilford. The town’s participation highlights the important role of local municipalities in supporting Holocaust remembrance.

Orange Town Hall – Orange, CT

Orange Town Hall illuminated its classic New England architecture in yellow, creating an inviting visual statement in the heart of Orange. Its involvement reinforces the town’s commitment to remembrance and community education.

Connecticut State Office Building – Hartford, CT

The Connecticut State Office Building lit its elegant, historic structure in yellow, standing prominently within Hartford’s government district. Its participation symbolizes the state’s continued commitment to honoring Holocaust victims.

Connecticut Financial Center – New Haven, CT

The Connecticut Financial Center glowed in yellow, adding one of downtown New Haven’s tallest and most recognizable skyscrapers to the statewide tribute. Its illumination brings strong visibility to the initiative in the heart of the city.

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27th

CONNECTICUT