March 12, 2014 - 11:25 AMT
Massachusetts State House to host Armenian Genocide commemoration

The annual commemoration of the Armenian Genocide will take place at the Massachusetts State House, at the House Chamber on April 11, the Armenian Weekly reports.

The keynote speaker will be attorney Mark Geragos. A joint resolution will be given to architect Donald Tellalian, who designed the abstract sculpture at the Armenian Heritage Park.

In addition, community activist Anahis Kechejian will help lead young people remembering their ancestors, as part of “Stand Up for Your Survivor.” Children from St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School and the Armenian Sisters’ Academy will sing “America the Beautiful” and the Armenian national anthem.