In the Pfalzmuseum – Documentation, Memories, Memorials

Forchheim's Town Museum is located in the so called „Kaiserpfalz“ the impressive residence built for Prince Bishop Lambrecht von Brunn at the end of the 14^th century. A significant part of the Pfalzmuseum describes the history of the town of Forchheim. An important section is devoted to the fate of the Jewish community during the Nazi regime. A thought-provoking presentation recalls the destruction of the synagogue followed by demolition using explosives on 10^th November 1938. Documents and photographs recall the great injustice perpetrated on the Jews as well as the transportation and murder of fourteen Jewish townspeople of Forchheim. A plaque which had been rescued from the Nazi mob and was brought to light again by chance in 2009 now occupies a place of honour within the museum. It had originally been erected by the Jewish community in remembrance of those Jews who gave their lives in the First World War.