Hana Volavkova
Hana Volavková was the only curator of the Jewish Museum in Prague to survive the Holocaust. Born in Czechoslovakia, she dedicated much of her life to preserving Jewish culture and history, particularly during and after the devastation of World War II. Volavková was instrumental in the preservation and curation of children's drawings and poems from the Terezin Concentration Camp, which were later compiled into the book 'I Never Saw Another Butterfly'. Her work has been essential in educating the world about the experiences of Jewish children during the Holocaust.
After the war, Volavková continued her work at the Jewish Museum in Prague, where she was involved in restoring and organizing the museum's collections, which had been severely disrupted by the Nazi occupation. Her efforts helped to ensure that the memory of the Holocaust victims, particularly the children, was preserved and honored. She authored and edited several works focusing on the art and writings of these children, contributing significantly to Holocaust literature and education.
Hana Volavková's legacy is marked by her dedication to preserving the voices of those who perished in the Holocaust. Through her work with the Jewish Museum and her involvement in projects like 'I Never Saw Another Butterfly', she played a crucial role in ensuring that the horrors of the Holocaust are never forgotten. Her contributions continue to impact and inspire educators, historians, and artists around the world.