Events List
Below is list of upcoming events for your site.
List of Events
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Saturday, April 11, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
Exhibits
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Location:
Baylor University Libraries
One Bear Place #97148
Waco, TX 76798-7148
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Description:
After a successful tour of 50 libraries from 2021 to 2023, the Museum is continuing to partner with the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office to extend the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition to an additional 50 libraries across the United States from 2024 to 2026.
This 1,100-square-foot traveling exhibition is based on the exhibition that opened in April 2018 at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. The Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition addresses important themes in American history, including Americans’ responses to refugees, war and genocide in the 1930s and ‘40s. This exhibition will challenge the commonly held assumptions that Americans knew little and did nothing about the Nazi persecution and murder of Jews as the Holocaust unfolded.
Drawing on a remarkable collection of primary sources from the 1930s and ‘40s, the exhibition focuses on the stories of individuals and groups of Americans who took action in response to Nazism. It will challenge visitors to consider the responsibilities and obstacles faced by individuals—from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt to ordinary Americans—who made difficult choices, sought to effect change, and, in a few cases, took significant risks to help victims of Nazism even as rescue never became a government priority. The exhibit hopes to challenge people to not only ask “what would I have done?” but also, “what will I do?”
To learn more, click here.
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Monday, April 13, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
Exhibits
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Location:
Georgetown Public Library 402 W 8th St., Georgetown, TX
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Description:
This exhibit is suitable for grade levels 5–12 and adults.
Congregation Havurah Shalom is now scheduling free docent-led youth group tours, designed to help students engage with the material in an age-appropriate, meaningful, and thoughtful way. Educators, youth leaders, and homeschool groups are encouraged to reach out early to reserve their preferred dates.
The Georgetown Public Library in partnership with Congregation Havurah Shalom of Georgetown, TX will host the traveling exhibition “A Reason to Remember: Roth, Germany 1933–1942” from April 13 through May 21, 2026. This powerful exhibit from the Institute for Holocaust, Genocide, and Memory Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst is a deeply moving one that brings the Holocaust into sharp, personal focus through the true stories of five Jewish families who lived in the small German village of Roth—and whose lives were irrevocably changed by the rise of Nazism.
Using photographs, documents, artifacts, and eyewitness testimonies, the exhibition presents an intimate look at daily life in Roth and the step-by-step progression of restrictions, persecution, and deportation that ultimately led to the destruction of the community. The exhibit highlights the choices made by victims, perpetrators, resisters, collaborators, and bystanders—encouraging visitors to reflect on the consequences of prejudice and the importance of moral courage.
The final panels place Roth’s story within the broader historical context of the Holocaust and the experiences of other groups targeted by the Nazi regime.
For more information, click here.
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Friday, May 15, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
Films
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Location:
Virtual
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Description:
When five Howard University students sat on a segregated Maryland carousel in 1960, the arrests made headlines. When the largely Jewish community near Glen Echo Amusement Park joined the Black students in picketing, the first organized interracial civil rights protest in US history was born.
2024 | English | Documentary | 89 minutes
To buy tickets, click here.
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Sunday, May 17, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
Workshops
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Location:
Holocaust Museum Houston
5401 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004
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Description:
The Warren Fellowship for Future Teachers, funded by a generous gift from the Naomi and Martin Warren Family Foundation in Houston, Texas, is developing a corps of pre-service educators who want to learn more about the Holocaust and how to teach about it in their classrooms effectively. The Fellowship was created in 2003 and has more than 400 alumni.
The Warren Fellowship’s main objective is to provide new teachers with the necessary historical and pedagogical tools for teaching the Holocaust from the onset of their teaching careers.
Upon being named a Warren Fellow, 25 pre-service teachers will attend a six-day institute hosted by Holocaust Museum Houston in Houston, Texas. This institute will immerse participants in historical and pedagogical issues related to the Holocaust. Holocaust scholars from across the country will provide historical content, and university faculty and museum educators will provide pedagogical context.
The 2026 Warren Fellowship will take place May 17 – 22, 2026 at Holocaust Museum Houston. Undergraduate and graduate students who plan to teach high school, middle school, elementary school, or at the university level in art, English/language arts, history, science, and social studies are encouraged to apply
The Warren Fellowship is a fully funded program. 2026 Fellows will receive airfare, hotel, program materials, and meals thanks to the generous support of the Warren Fellowship Endowment Fund and the Naomi and Martin Warren Family Foundation. We offer special thanks to United Airlines, the official airline of Holocaust Museum Houston.
For more information, please contact the Museum at education@hmh.org or 713-527-1642.
Applications are due March 13, 2026.
To apply, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 11:00am -
12:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
In this online lecture, Anne Uhrlandt will present the forgotten story of once prominent German Jewish artist and collector Eugen Spiro (April 18, 1874, Wrocław – September 26, 1972, New York City). During her two-year research project, Uhrlandt reconstructed the artist’s biography and the fate of his looted collection by bringing together evidence and sources from numerous international archives. Two case studies about specific stolen objects highlight the dramatic events following both s the Nazi government ‘s expulsion of Spiro from his profession, robbing him of his sources of income, and the theft of his art collection, which included both his own works of art and works of art by other artists. The case studies demonstrate the potential of provenance research to uncover and reconstruct the rich Jewish contribution to European cultural history before World War II.
Anne Uhrlandt is a doctoral candidate with more than 20 years of experience working as a provenance researcher specialized in Nazi-looted cultural property. Prior to her job at JDCRP as Senior Research and Documentation Officer, she was project coordinator at the Zentralinstitut für Kunstgeschichte in Munich, working as well for the Art Loss Register. She worked previously for the Jewish Museum of Munich.
To register, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 1:00pm -
2:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Introduction:
Join Adam Brown and Michael Waas, administrators of the Avotaynu DNA Project, for a comprehensive 2026 annual update on the world’s largest academic collaboration solely devoted to the genetic history of the Jewish people. With a database now exceeding 12,000 participants, the project has moved beyond simple haplogroup identification to high-resolution “migration narratives.” In this talk, Brown and Waas will detail the project’s most significant recent findings and explain how they illuminate the resilience and connectivity of the global Diaspora.
Adam Brown is a founder and director of the decade-old Avotaynu DNA Project—a multidisciplinary academic study with over 12,000 participants that utilizes high-resolution genetic testing to trace 3,000 years of Jewish origins and migrations. As an avid genealogist for more than three decades, Brown frequently speaks at international forums on the intersection of human genetics, Jewish history, and the application of technology to genealogical research. He held a prominent leadership role in the field as the National Co-Chair of the 2017 International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) international summer conference in Orlando. Brown holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School.
Michael Waas is a professional genealogist and historian, specializing in Sephardic Jewry. He received his Master’s Degree from the Department of Jewish History at the University of Haifa. The subject of his MA thesis was “Istorya i oy: A comparative study on the Development of Jewish Heritage of the former Ottoman Empire.” He received the Gaon Prize for Outstanding M.A. Thesis research from the Moshe David Gaon Center for Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) Culture, as well as the Prize for Research into the Heritage of Sephardi and Mizrahi Jewry, awarded by the Ben Zvi Institute and the Israeli Ministry of Education. He has lectured globally on Jewish genealogy and Sephardic history, in Portugal, Israel, the UK, in the US, and virtually for several organizations. Waas is the co-administrator of Avotaynu DNA’s ongoing Genetic Census of the Jewish People as well as Associate Director of the Sephardic Researcher Division of JewishGen.
To register, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 5:00pm -
6:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Get ready to spread some serious cultural appreciation! Join ICS for a high-energy JAHM Session, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM). We know you’re juggling a million things, so we’re providing everything you need to make JAHM a sweet addition to your May curriculum.
What’s on the Menu?
Wait, Why Heritage Months?: A quick dive into why heritage months are essential for a sense of belonging and historical accuracy.Spreading Understanding: The main dish—our “Condensed JAHM Content.” We use the complexity of the Jewish American experience (as both an ethnicity and a religion) to provide you with a master toolkit for discussing any complex identity group. Learn how to facilitate nuanced conversations using primary sources and demographic data that highlight both visible and invisible attributes.The ICS “JAHM-Sized” Mini Lessons: Get exclusive access to ICS’s 7 bite-sized lessons. They’re perfectly portioned to sprinkle into your schedule all May long, making classroom celebration easy.
The Grand Finale: A Sweet CelebrationWe believe every great celebration is made better with gifts! To honor 20 years of JAHM, we want to present you with a little something sweet to thank you for your time spent learning with us and sharing your feedback. Complete the session evaluation and receive a $50 Amazon gift card! (NOTE: Gift cards are intended for current educators/educational leaders. Only one gift card will be issued per person, and you must use your school or educational organization email to register.)
Register Here
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 5:30pm -
6:30pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Join for a conversation designed for K–12 educators interested in learning how to advocate effectively within their unions in response to antisemitism and to ensure Jewish members feel included and supported.
Hear directly from teachers who have stepped into advocacy roles at the state and national levels, sharing practical insights, lessons learned, and strategies for constructive engagement. The webinar will also feature special guest Joanne Goldstein, former Massachusetts Secretary of Labor, who will offer guidance on navigating union structures and building effective advocacy efforts.Whether you are already engaged or just beginning to explore how to make a difference, this session will provide tools, encouragement, and community for educators committed to inclusive and respectful union spaces.
To register, click here.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
at 6:00pm -
7:30pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Dell Jewish Community Center
7300 Hart Lane
Austin, TX 78731 United States
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Description:
Join Shalom Austin this Jewish American Heritage Month as we come together in the spirit of community, compassion, and shared responsibility. Rooted in our core Jewish values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), chesed (kindness), and kehillah (community), we invite you to take part in a meaningful service opportunity with Shalom Austin.
Together, we will be packing meal kits to support the Shalom Austin Jewish Family Service Food Pantry, to provide clients with access to nutritious food and care. This is a powerful way to honor our heritage through action, by showing up for one another and strengthening our community.
Whether you come with friends, family, or on your own, your participation makes a difference. Let’s stand together, give back, and embody the values that unite us.
Sign up to volunteer and be part of this impactful experience!
To volunteer, register here.
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Monday, May 25, 2026
(all day)
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
N/A
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Description:
The Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission office will be closed.
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
at 3:00pm -
4:00pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Online via Zoom
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Description:
Our webinars are designed to increase participants’ knowledge of Holocaust history, explore and access classroom-ready content, and support instructional practice to promote student learning and understanding of this complex history and its lasting effect on the world.
In this webinar, Media Historian and Curator Michelle Kelley of the American Archive of Public Broadcasting (AAPB) will provide an overview of the AAPB’s resources related to Jewish American history and culture. These include unedited interviews from documentary productions, as well as public radio and television broadcasts on Jewish American life, many of which are included in the AAPB’s Jewish American Heritage Collection. Michelle will provide information on how to search the site, how to request research access to materials not available online, how to use the AAPB in teaching and research, and more.
The AAPB preserves and makes accessible significant historical content created by public media over the past 70+ years. A collaboration between the Library of Congress and GBH in Boston, the AAPB currently includes over 287,000 items in its digital archive, most of which can be accessed through its website, americanarchive.org.
To register, click here.
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
at 6:30pm -
8:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Aaron Family JCC
7900 Northaven Road 2
Dallas, TX 75230
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Description:
In recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month, the Dallas Jewish Historical Society invites the community to gather on Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Aaron Family JCC for “What My Family Carried: Jewish American Stories of Survival, Memory and Responsibility,” an evening of live storytelling that honors the objects, traditions, values, and memories families carried with them and passed forward across generations.
The 90-minute program will center Jewish American experience as a foundation for understanding history, antisemitism, and the moral imperative of remembrance. Through personal, embodied stories, the event aims to honor Jewish American heritage, connect migration and memory to human rights principles, build empathy across generations, and create archival material for future education.
Community storytellers, selected in advance, will share brief five- to seven-minute reflections inspired by what their families “carried” to Dallas—whether a document, ritual object, recipe, language, song, value, or sense of responsibility. Each story will explore not only what was brought forward, but what that inheritance represents today.
Designed for adults, older teens, and intergenerational families.
Register here.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
at 6:45pm -
8:00pm
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Calendar:
Speaking Engagements
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Location:
Location shared 48h prior with verified registration.
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Description:
HOW DID ANTISEMITISM BECOME PART OF THE AMERICAN STORY? Join award-winning historian Pamela Nadell for an engaging conversation on her latest book Antisemitism, an American Tradition.
Doors open at 6 p.m.Heavy hors d'oeuvres provided.Book signing following program.Location shared 48h prior with verified registration.
A two-time National Jewish Book Award winner and a leading scholar of American Jewish history, Nadell explores how antisemitism has evolved in the United States from colonial times to today, shedding light on the persistence of stereotypes and conspiracy theories.
A dynamic and sought-after speaker, Nadell brings complex history to life and has recently contributed her expertise before the U.S. Congress in a high-profile hearing on antisemitism.
She will be in conversation with a lay leader from the Houston Jewish community.
The program is part of AJC Houston's annual meeting and will include a brief leadership transition from outgoing president David Simon to incoming president Jack Lascar.
Registration options- $20 ticket or book bundle + ticket $36
To purchase tickets, click here.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
at 7:00pm -
8:15pm
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Calendar:
Films
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Location:
Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio
12500 N.W. Military Highway San Antonio, TX 78231
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Description:
Grit & Grace: How Jewish Women Built a Better Texas is a documentary film serving up a sweet & savory Texas-style blend of trailblazing tales. From El Paso to Houston and all points in between, ride along as we explore the lives of five pioneering women who chart their own course, helping others along the way by expanding access to education, healthcare, arts and culture, and the inherently American right to vote
Tickets- $15
Online ticket sales end on May 28, 2026 @ 7:00pmIn-house ticket sales end on May 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm
USAReleased: 2025English 52 MinutesDiscussion following the film with the filmmaker Barbara Rosenthal
To purchase tickets, click here.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
at 8:00pm -
9:30pm
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Calendar:
General
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Location:
Congregation B'nai Zion
805 Cherry Hill Lane, El Paso, TX 79912, USA
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Description:
A recital of music by Jewish composers as performed by Stephen Nordstrom on violin and viola and Nayeli Dousa on piano. The list of composers includes:Joseph AchronPaul Ben-HaimErwin SchulhoffIssay DobrowenErnest BlochAlexander Tansman
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