Karkomi Holocaust ExhibitionThe experience of Pre-war Germany, the Holocaust, liberation and beyond is brought to life through the memories of those who lived it. Explore more than 200 artifacts including personal items and photos, films, and a German rail car from the era. Learn More >
Room of RemembranceA stunning contemplative space, the Room of Remembrance pays special homage to the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, featuring soaring walls lined with Hebrew, Yiddish and English names to represent those who were lost. Learn More >
Purchased Lives: The American Slave Trade from 1808 to 1865 illustrates the pain and injustice of the American domestic slave trade, illuminating just how widespread the practice of slavery was in American life, as well as its impact on enslaved families across the country. Learn More >
Activists and Icons Renowned Chicago-based photographer Steve Schapiro has given history a human face throughout his career. Experience the civil rights movement, as well as vivid portraits of celebrities who challenged our cultural norms. Learn More >
"Wherever men and women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must – at that moment- become the center of the universe." - Elie Wiesel Learn More >
TAKE A STAND CENTERAn immersive permanent exhibition with a forward-looking emphasis on multiple areas of social justice and the World Premiere of new three-dimensional technology. Learn More >
Museum ArchitectureBuilding design by renowned architect Stanley Tigerman is rich with historical and emotional symbolism, most notably the literal journey from darkness to light as visitors trace the path through war and Holocaust onward to hope and renewal. Learn More >
Ferro Fountain of the RighteousOne of the Museum’s many contemplative spaces, the Ferro Fountain of the Righteous is a respite for the visitor that pays tribute to those identified as Righteous Among the Nations, many of whom helped save Midwest Holocaust survivors. Learn More >
Make a Difference! The Harvey L. Miller Family Youth ExhibitionThe Harvey L. Miller Family Youth Exhibition is a highly interactive space where hands-on activities encourage children ages 8-12 to take a stand on issues that matter to them—to be “upstanders,” not bystanders. Learn More >
