This 2023 trip to Marcinkonys, known as Martsinkantsy, was a meaningful and emotional journey. The guests, two cousins, were visiting their parents’ homeland for the third or fourth time. The experience was both a reunion and a continuation of memory. We shared insights, stories, and discoveries throughout the day, making it a truly special tour.
In 2024, I was honored to welcome another member of the same family. The visit was deeply emotional. We spoke with local residents (some still remembered stories from before the war) and even visited their homes.
Some old houses still survive in Martsinktsy 
Near the aunt’s house 
Learning what happened here after the family had left 
Further visit 
Holocaust memoriai. It has changed during the last decades 
Never forget 
Musteika, a village where some Jewish people were hiding during the Holocaust 
Back in Marcinkonys in 2024 
Back in Marcinkonys in 2024
I specialize in custom Jewish heritage tours to former shtetls across Lithuania. These include places like Marcinkonys and many others. Whether you’re just starting to explore your Litvak roots, I can guide you. If you are returning to a family hometown, I can assist you. I can help in crafting a journey that is deeply personal. This journey will also be meaningful.
Each tour is tailored to your family’s story, interests, and pace, combining historical context with on-the-ground insights from local communities.
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