St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum

On March 19, 1944, Germany invaded Hungary and immediately implemented additional antisemitic laws. Survivor Erika Schwartz was born in Hungary in April 1944 in a Nazi-run ghetto, just one day before the ghetto was sealed.

Nazi Propaganda Unmasked: This image, title Die Bremse (The Brakes), demonizes Jews while presenting the Nazis as a heroic force. Using racist tropes, the image portrays the Jewish man in the carriage as a villain, benefitting from the suffering of those carrying him. Meanwhile, the Nazi stormtrooper is portrayed as the hero, about to put an end to the Jewish man's "greed."

History comes to life on the big screen! ?? Don’t miss Operation Finale, the gripping true story of the capture of Adolf Eichmann. This free screening is part of the Sandra and Mendel Rosenberg Film Series. RSVP today! https://bit.ly/4h5sWkD

There's still time to visit The Artist Who Captured Eichmann! This special exhibition blends history, art, and spycraft to create a compelling story about the capture of a notorious war criminal. https://bit.ly/4aXDgrW

At the Museum, we use the Impact Lab to give visitors an opportunity to practice how they might respond when facing bigotry or indifference in their daily lives. Found out more & book your visit to the Impact Lab today: https://bit.ly/3DVVLPw

In 1939, at the age of 9, Holocaust Survivor Ben Fainer was imprisoned in a labor camp and forced to work long, brutal hours simply because he was Jewish.

Every name tells a story. Join us in preserving history by adding your name—or the name of someone you wish to honor—to the Museum’s permanent paver display. Each paver reflects the stories, struggles, and resilience of those who came before us. Leave a lasting mark in the fight against hate. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hrwyNX

Have you visited the Virtual Classroom yet? Learn about the Holocaust and its lessons in FREE 5-minute videos. Perfect for students, educators, and lifelong learners: https://bit.ly/3DSAnxO

Curious to know what our Impact Lab visitors have gained from their experience? Here are their thoughts. Who's next? Gather your group a& discover ways to reject hate & create positive change! Begin your educational journey here: https://bit.ly/3DVVLPw

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