Nyamata: Religious Symbols
Title
Nyamata: Religious Symbols
Description
The Nyamata memorial displays recovered religious and secular artifacts at the church's altar. On one side rests the church's cross. Knives, machetes, Tutsi I.D. cards, and other weapons are displayed alongside the cross. On the other side of the altar the memorial presents artifacts from victims. These include non-religious items such as wallets and pipes and religious items such as rosaries and crosses. This presentation contrasts the church's perceived sanctity with the instruments of the massacre.
Creator
Jordan Broutman
Source
Jordan Broutman
Date
January 8, 2013
Rights
Property of Jordan Broutman
Files
Collection
Citation
Jordan Broutman, “Nyamata: Religious Symbols,” Rwandan Genocide Memorials, accessed May 13, 2026, https://rwandanmemorials.omeka.net/items/show/14.