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Explore Exhibits
Life before the Holocaust

Exhibit 2 offers a vibrant look at Jewish life in Europe before World War II, highlighting achievements in culture, science, and daily community life. It showcases how Jewish families, including children, pursued education, business, and creativity with hope for the future. However, rising antisemitism and political unrest foreshadowed the tragedy to come, forcing many, like Anne Frank’s family, to flee. This exhibit preserves the memory of a thriving society lost, inspiring future generations to value diversity and stand against hate.

Politics & Propaganda

Exhibit 3 reveals how Nazi propaganda and political manipulation incited fear, division, and violence in Germany. It contrasts this darkness with stories of moral courage, such as Paul Grüninger and other upstanders who risked everything to save lives. Through powerful personal narratives of both heroism and loss, the exhibit urges visitors to confront the dangers of silence and prejudice. Supporting this exhibit helps preserve these lessons, inspiring future generations to stand for truth, justice, and human dignity.

Witness to Atrocities

Exhibit 4 exposes the brutal reality of Nazi genocide, from forced sterilizations to the destruction of entire Jewish communities. It shares powerful stories of courage, such as Dr. Janusz Korczak, who refused to abandon the orphaned children in his care. Amidst the horror, individuals like Irena Sendler and the Zabinski family risked everything to save lives, showing the strength of compassion. This exhibit urges us to remember these acts of resistance and support efforts to educate future generations about the consequences of hatred and the power of moral courage.

The Expansion of Genocide

Exhibit 5 reveals how Nazi hatred spread beyond Jews to target other marginalized groups, turning ideology into mass murder through propaganda and policies like those set at the Wannsee Conference. It tells of mass deportations to death camps and honors the bravery of those who resisted, including rescuers and survivors. Stories of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, Raoul Wallenberg, and cultural resilience in places like Terezin show the enduring power of compassion and courage. This exhibit calls on us to remember, educate, and take action so future generations stand against hatred and never forget.

Rescuers and Upstanders

Exhibit 6 honors the bravery of ordinary people who risked their lives to save others during the Holocaust. From Oskar and Emilie Schindler to Princess Alice of Greece, these stories show how moral courage triumphed over fear and silence. The exhibit also celebrates collective acts of defiance, like the village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon and Marcel Marceau’s creative resistance. By preserving these powerful examples, the exhibit inspires visitors to stand up against injustice and reminds us that one person—or one community—can make a profound difference.

Survivor or Veteran Boulder

Exhibit 8 honors the resilience and healing of Holocaust survivors and their descendants. It highlights their ability to rebuild lives and communities, celebrating milestones like the creation of the State of Israel and the transformation of pain into hope. Through personal stories, art, and testimonies, the exhibit underscores the power of faith, resilience, and the commitment to tikkun olam—repairing the world. Supporting this exhibit helps share these life-affirming stories, inspiring future generations to stand against hate and work toward reconciliation.

Hope for the Future Pavilion

This exhibit showcases the extraordinary stories of Holocaust survivors and their descendants, highlighting their ability to rebuild lives, families, and communities despite the devastation they endured. It celebrates milestones like the creation of the State of Israel, which became a sanctuary for many survivors, and the courage of individuals who transformed their pain into hope for future generations.

Founders Court

Pavers and bricks honor loved ones and founding members of the Holocaust Garden of Hope. Statues of three playing children—a Jewish child, a Roma child, and a disabled child—represent the young victims of the Holocaust. This transitional space is designed to engage visitors, especially children and young adults, drawing them into the meaningful learning experience of the eight exhibits in the Holocaust Garden of Hope.

Memorial Pathway

Purchase a memorial paver, a planted tree, a seasonal flower bed, a bench or a survivor Boulder to honor loved ones and ensure their stories are never forgotten. Honor Them!

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