The subject of the application consists of historic architectural objects located on the site of the historic Jewish cemetery in Tarnów.
The scope of the application includes:
-Opening of the side walkways by creating a hard surface to allow disabledaccess using wheelchairs or other aids, on the basis of completed detailed surveying work which defined remaining fragments of the original boundaries, and also resolved conflicts between tombstones and their rendering on the maps.
-Restoration and conservation of the fences along Słoneczna and Starodąbrowska Streets. Removal of the ruins of the original wall along Słoneczna Street and a cleanup of the entire cemetery grounds.
- Reconstruction of the fence along the eastern edge bordering plots 89/28, 89/25, 89/26, 107/7/ with a gate and a supporting ramp providing access from the northern side.
-Replacement/reconstruction of a decaying wall at the entrance from Szpitalna Street. On the cemetery side of this wall construction of a lapidarium from surviving pieces of matzevahs from Tarnow and other nearby cemeteries is anticipated. -Conservation and restoration of the funeral pre-burial house (beit tehara) and modifying it for display purposes. -Conservation of the cement base and immediate surroundings of the monument.
-Construction of lighting for the walkways, erection of benches, placement of trash cans, and information boards (a large one at the entrance and smaller ones along the walkways forming an information trail for visitors)
Also to be completed will be reconstructive work on the tombstones whose range and construction methods will be in accordance with the conservation program.
-In addition, construction of an outside information kiosk is expected. Siting of the kiosk will require a separate agreement with local authorities.
-Furthermore, TOY-TOY type portable toilets and a shed for gardening tools will be set up.
The cemetery is protected by a conservation designation.
Please open files to read more about Tarnow Cemetery Grant draft
tarnow_cemetery_grant_-_english.pdf |