Program Type:
History & CultureAge Group:
AdultsProgram Description
Event Details
During the Holocaust, thousands of Jewish refugees attempted to flee from Nazi-occupied Europe, hoping to find freedom and safety across the borders. Immigration was often made extremely difficult by political and practical obstacles. Learn about several Holocaust survivors who immigrated to Michigan to rebuild their lives during and after the war. We will also share stories of many heroic people who risked their lives to help refugees escape.
Registration encouraged.
Part of the "Learn the Story" series:
- January 28 | Understanding the Holocaust: The Escalation to Genocide
- March 25 | Women and the Holocaust: Spotlighting Underrepresented Histories
- April 15 | Spreading Hate: Propaganda and the Holocaust
- May 27 | Escaping Genocide: Jewish Refugees During the Holocaust
- June 23 | Life after the Holocaust: Postwar Survivor Experiences