Opening Reception: “Escape Denied: The Frank Family’s Struggle for Freedom”
"Escape Denied" reveals the Frank family's heartbreaking struggle to emigrate from Nazi-occupied Europe, highlighting their failed attempts to find refuge in the U.S. and Cuba, and the broader impact of immigration policies during that time.
Opening Reception: “Margret Rey and the Making of Curious George”
Margret Rey and the Making of Curious George
This exhibit uncovers the incredible story of Margret Rey, a Jewish woman who, with her husband, escaped Nazi-occupied France on handmade bikes, carrying the manuscript of Curious George. This exhibit highlights their resilience and creativity, offering a unique look into the origins of a beloved children's classic.
Opening Reception: “Hedy Lamarr: Actress, Inventor, War Hero”
Hedy Lamarr: Actress, Inventor, War Hero
This exhibit showcases the extraordinary life of Hedy Lamarr, a Jewish Hollywood actress who secretly co-developed a technology that aided Allied forces in World War II and became the basis for modern wireless communication. Discover how Lamarr balanced her glamorous Hollywood career with her groundbreaking
Holocaust By Bullets Opening
Holocaust by Bullets will open September 19th, 2024 at the Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center. The opening night reception will be held at 6:30 pm. Holocaust by Bullets discusses the often forgotten part of the genocide, where over 2 million Jews were shot by the Einsatzgruppen, or mobile killing units, and local collaborators and police units. There will be graphic photos, as well as interactive panels. There are six panels that explain the steps to the massacres: the arrest, the road, the undressing, the shooting, the looting, and an informative introduction. This exhibit is created by the organization Yahad-In Unum, who work to uncover the evidence and mass graves left behind from these terrible massacres. The exhibit runs through December 13, 2024.
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