An Evening with Victoria Atamian Waterman: "Who She Left Behind."

Tuesday, January 23, 2024
6:00 PM 8:00 PM 18:00 20:00

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The Armenian Museum of America and the Watertown Free Public Library welcome author Victoria Waterman in conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Stephen Kurkjian about Victoria’s book "Who She Left Behind."

The novel is historical fiction based on her own family’s history, spanning multiple generations from the final days of the Ottoman Empire to the Armenian neighborhoods in RI & MA in the 1990s.

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An Evening with Victoria Atamian Waterman: "Who She Left Behind."

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“The Armenian cultural artifacts were fascinating but the genocide exhibit really steals the show.”

“The objects were beautiful and wide ranging.”

“Vivid illustrations of history.”

“As a Watertown resident of 10 years, I truly appreciate having a deeper understanding of the community I call home.”

“The museum isn't massive, but it does an amazing job in providing information on Armenian history stretching back for millennia.”

“Very well displayed. It was like a journey through the history of our Armenian nation.”

“It has been very enlightening and enjoyable... I plan to come again.”

“I really liked the pottery and rug exhibits.”

“Curators have done an excellent job finding amazing artifacts in great condition.”

“I liked the artifacts, portraits, as well as the tapestries and rugs.”

“I loved that it focused on heritage/history aspects outside of just the genocide.”

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