Austrian Chancellor at Yad Vashem Monday

The Chancellor of Austria, H.E. Dr. Alfred Gusenbauer, will visit Yad Vashem on Monday, September 3, 2007. He will be accompanied by Avner Shalev, Chairman of Yad Vashem.

Following are media arrangements for his visit:

8:00: Arrival -- OPEN

8:05: Tour of Holocaust History Museum - CLOSED to Cameras

8:45: Hall of Names, Holocaust History Museum - PHOTO-OP: OPEN

9:10: Wreath-laying ceremony at Hall of Remembrance - OPEN

9:20: Children’s Memorial - CLOSED to Cameras

9:25: Signing of the Guest Book, Exit from the Children’s Memorial - OPEN

Media who wish to cover the Chancellor’s visit are requested to coordinate with the Media Relations Office: 02 644 3410.