Tamil Genocide Museum
The Tamil Genocide Museum stands as a solemn testament to the preservation of historical memory, documenting the systematic atrocities committed against the Tamil people. Through comprehensive documentation, survivor testimonies, and educational resources, we ensure that these critical historical events are never forgotten.
Timeline Overview
Explore decades of documented historical events through our interactive timeline. Each year contains detailed records of events, casualty reports, photographic evidence, video testimonies, and survivor confessions that paint a complete picture of these historical moments.
1948
1956
Inginiyagala Genocide – 05.06.1956 In the 1940s, during his tenure as Minister of Agriculture, D. S. Senanayake established several Sinhala colonization schemes in the Ampara District with government financial assistance. Later, additional colonization schemes such as the Gal Oya Development Scheme in Ampara, the Kantale Colonization Scheme in Trincomalee, and the Allai Colonization Scheme were […]
Research & Documentation
Access comprehensive research materials, historical documents, and testimonies that form the foundation of our museum's mission to preserve and educate.
Historical Documents
Primary source documents, government records, and official reports documenting historical events.
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First-hand accounts from survivors, witnesses, and families affected by historical events.
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Photographic evidence, video documentation, and multimedia archives from historical events.
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