Wednesday, May 21 – Wednesday, July 2 • Virginia Beach Public Library TCC Joint-Use Library
As the world continues to grapple with the complexities of history and its ongoing impact on society, the Virginia Beach Public Library, at the TCC Joint-Use Library is set to host a thought-provoking exhibition that will challenge visitors to reflect on America’s role during one of the world’s darkest periods. For six weeks beginning May 21, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s traveling exhibit, Americans and the Holocaust, will be on display at the library, offering an exploration of how Americans responded to the Holocaust during the 1930s and 1940s. This exhibition is presented in partnership with United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, highlighting a shared commitment to education and remembrance.
Americans and the Holocaust delves into the knowledge and reactions of Americans to Nazism, genocide, and refugee crises during World War II. By examining a wide range of primary sources, including newspapers, personal accounts, and government records, the exhibit encourages visitors to confront the complexities of historical responsibility and consider their own roles in addressing injustice today. This journey through history sheds light on the past and invites reflection on how to learn from it to build a more compassionate and just world.
In celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, United Jewish Federation of Tidewater has curated a series of engaging events to complement the exhibit. A To Life: The Past is Present book talk on Thursday, June 5 at 6 pm will provide an opportunity for community members to engage in discussions about the experiences of Holocaust survivors who made their homes in Hampton Roads.
The collaboration between UJFT and the Virginia Beach Joint-Use Library represents a powerful commitment to fostering a more informed and empathetic community. By bringing this exhibit to Virginia Beach, both organizations aim to deepen a collective understanding of Holocaust history and encourage critical thinking about today’s challenges.
The Virginia Beach Public Library TCC Joint-Use Library is located at 1700 College Crescent in Virginia Beach.
To learn more about exhibit hours or programming details, contact the Virginia Beach Joint-Use Library or the Holocaust Commission.
To learn more about Virginia Beach public libraries, visit: https://vbpl.librarymarket.com/tcccity-joint-use-library, and to learn more about the Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, visit Holocaustcommission.org or contact Elka Mednick at EMdnick@UJFT.org