activities · 40
what they do
direct service · 32
- Administers educational outreach and transportation support programsOffers a bus scholarship program providing up to $150 for student transportation costs and has supported educational initiatives such as PJ Library and The Better Together program connecting elders and teens.
- Annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration events Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsHosts annual community events to commemorate Yom HaShoah, including observances honoring Holocaust survivors and victims, with public programming and Shabbat services.
- Book launches and literary eventsHosts public book launches and literary events, such as the launch of "The Lives of a Budapest Jew: László Weisz, 1908–1995," to engage the community with historical narratives.
- Collaborates on digital humanities projects with Holocaust survivorsPartnered with the University of Arizona’s Center for Digital Humanities and local Holocaust survivors on the “Intimate Histories in 3D” project, which was announced and hosted as a presentation.
- Community Engagement and Cultural EventsThe museum hosts various community events, including book launches for works like "The Lives of a Budapest Jew: László Weisz, 1908-1995," and offers unique programs such as a "Mending as Metaphor" series where participants learn mending techniques.
- Community Engagement and WorkshopsThe museum hosts book launches, such as for "The Lives of a Budapest Jew: László Weisz, 1908-1995," and offers a "Mending as Metaphor" series where participants learn various mending techniques like patching, darning, and embroidery.
- Community engagement through cultural and religious observancesHosts or acknowledges programming for major Jewish holidays including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover, and Shabbat, as well as civic and cultural holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Easter.
- Contemporary human rights exhibitions and public programmingHosts annual rotating exhibitions in the Allen & Marianne Langer Contemporary Human Rights Gallery focusing on current human rights violations and social justice issues, including "Media Matters: Cutting Through the Noise" and "Mosaicos."
- Digitization and digital humanities projects with Holocaust survivorsCollaborates with the University of Arizona’s Center for Digital Humanities and local Holocaust survivors on digital preservation projects, including the "Intimate Histories in 3D" initiative.
- Documents and presents Holocaust history with focus on local survivors Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsPresents the Holocaust using the life experiences of over 270 Southern Arizona survivors, hosts annual commemorations including Yom HaShoah events, and provides access to online survivor testimonies.
- Educational programs on genocide and human rights Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsHosts educational presentations and curricular programming on genocides beyond the Holocaust, such as the Bosnian war and Srebrenica genocide, including lesson plan simulations and resource sharing for educators.
- Educator and student transportation support programsOffers a bus scholarship program that provides up to $150 to cover student transportation costs for school visits, facilitating access for educators and students.
- Exhibitions on the Holocaust and local survivor experiences Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsPresents the Holocaust through the life experiences of over 270 survivors from Southern Arizona, including permanent and traveling exhibits such as "Triumph in Tragedy" and participation in International Holocaust Remembrance Day events.
- Holocaust Education and Remembrance Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum presents the Holocaust through the life experiences of over 270 survivors from Southern Arizona and provides access to online Holocaust survivor testimonies. It hosts an annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration event, collaborates with the University of Arizona on "Intimate Histories in 3D" with local survivors, and has supported the laying of Stolpersteine in Germany. The museum also hosted the International Holocaust Remembrance Day Shabbat, honoring local survivors.
- Holocaust Remembrance and Education Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum presents the Holocaust through the life experiences of over 270 Southern Arizona survivors, provides access to online survivor testimonies, and hosts an annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration event. It also collaborates on projects like "Intimate Histories in 3D" with local survivors and supports international remembrance efforts such as the laying of Stolpersteine.
- Hosting private events and community participation in local eventsHosts private events at the museum with limited public hours and participates in community events such as El Tour de Tucson.
- Hosts public programs and book launches on Jewish history and global genocide Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsOrganizes public events including book launches such as for “The Lives of a Budapest Jew” and presentations on the Bosnian war and genocide, including curricular resources and simulations of the Srebrenica genocide.
- Hosts rotating human rights and social justice exhibitionsOperates an annual contemporary human rights gallery that addresses current human rights violations and social justice issues, including exhibitions such as “Media Matters: Cutting Through the Noise” and “Mosaicos,” which explore media literacy and migrant experiences in the Sonoran Desert.
- Hosts the Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsConducts an annual lecture series addressing antisemitism, featuring speakers such as Dr. Peter Hotez, Ilana Kaufman, and Ariel Burger, with events held in 2026 and ongoing.
- Human Rights and Social Justice Programming Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum hosts annual rotating exhibitions focusing on current human rights violations and social justice issues. It has also hosted presentations on the Bosnian war and genocide, including discussions on incorporating atrocity education and sharing curricular resources.
- Interpretation of Jewish contributions to Southern Arizona Jewish Heritage Preservation & EducationShares the narrative of how Jewish individuals have impacted and shaped the Southern Arizona community through exhibits and public programming.
- Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum hosts an annual lecture series focused on antisemitism, featuring various speakers and discussions, including presentations by Ariel Burger and Ilana Kaufman, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative, and conversations with doctors and scientists.
- Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsHosts an annual public lecture series addressing antisemitism, featuring speakers such as Dr. Peter Hotez, Ilana Kaufman, and Ariel Burger, with events held throughout the year.
- Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum hosts an annual Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism, featuring various speakers such as Ariel Burger, Ilana Kaufman (CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative), and Dr. Peter Hotez, engaging in conversations with local experts.
- Offers community-based art and healing programs Community Art Workshops for Expression and HealingHosts the “Mending as Metaphor” series where participants learn mending techniques such as patching, darning, and embroidery as a form of community engagement and symbolic healing.
- Online access to Holocaust survivor testimonies Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsProvides public access to online Holocaust survivor testimonies, expanding educational reach beyond in-person visits.
- Operating a Museum and Exhibitions Jewish Heritage Preservation & EducationThe museum features the first synagogue built in the Arizona Territory (1910) and hosts various rotating and permanent exhibitions. These include displays on the Holocaust using local survivor experiences, annual human rights galleries, and exhibits exploring Jewish impact on Southern Arizona, media literacy, and cross-border beauty in the Sonoran Desert.
- Operating a Museum and Exhibitions Jewish Heritage Preservation & EducationThe museum operates a campus featuring the first synagogue built in the Arizona Territory (1910) and hosts various exhibitions. These include annual rotating exhibitions in a contemporary human rights gallery, the "Media Matters: Cutting Through the Noise" exhibit focusing on media literacy, and traveling exhibits honoring local Holocaust survivors like "Triumph in Tragedy." The museum also shares the narrative of Jewish individuals' impact on Southern Arizona and has hosted exhibitions exploring migrant and cross-border beauty in the Sonoran Desert.
- Preservation and interpretation of historic synagogue building Jewish Heritage Preservation & EducationFeatures the first synagogue built in the Arizona Territory, constructed in 1910, as part of its museum campus, preserving and interpreting its historical significance.
- Preserves and interprets historic synagogue and Jewish heritage in Southern Arizona Jewish Heritage Preservation & EducationFeatures the first synagogue built in the Arizona Territory (1910) as part of its museum campus and shares the narrative of Jewish contributions to the Southern Arizona community through permanent and rotating exhibitions.
- Public programs and workshops on metaphorical and practical mending Community Art Classes and WorkshopsOffers the "Mending as Metaphor" series where participants learn hands-on mending techniques such as patching, darning, and embroidery, connecting craft with themes of healing and resilience.
- Supports international Holocaust remembrance initiatives Advocacy for Educational Mandates and Commemorative PoliciesSupported the installation of Stolpersteine (“stumbling stones”) in Falkenberg, Germany, to memorialize Holocaust victims.
advocacy · 4
- Advances LGBTQ+ rights through interfaith coalition advocacy Local Government Advocacy for Transgender RightsContributed to the passage of a Tucson City Council resolution reaffirming the rights of transgender individuals as a member of the Multifaith for Pride Coalition.
- Advocacy for Human Rights Local Government Advocacy for Transgender RightsAs a member of the Multifaith for Pride Coalition, the museum contributed to the passage of a City Council resolution reaffirming the rights of transgender individuals in Tucson.
- Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Rights Local Government Advocacy for Transgender RightsAs a member of the Multifaith for Pride Coalition, the museum contributed to the passage of a City Council resolution reaffirming the rights of transgender individuals in Tucson.
- Transgender rights advocacy through coalition membership Local Government Advocacy for Transgender RightsAdvocated for transgender rights by contributing to the passage of a City Council resolution in Tucson as a member of the Multifaith for Pride Coalition.
capacity building · 4
- Educational Programs and Resources for Educators Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum empowers local educators with tools and innovative opportunities for Tucson students, including a bus scholarship program that provides up to $150 for student transportation costs. It also offers presentations on topics like the Bosnian war and genocide, including curricular resources and lesson plan simulations.
- Educator Support and Student Programs Holocaust & Genocide Education ProgramsThe museum empowers local educators with tools and creates innovative opportunities for Tucson students, including offering a bus scholarship program for educators (up to $150 for student transportation). It has also directed Tucson Hebrew High, taught senior classes, and obtained grants for programs like PJ Library and The Better Together program, connecting elders and teens.
- Educator empowerment and curriculum development supportEmpowers local educators with tools and resources, and creates innovative educational opportunities for students, including grant-funded programs like PJ Library and Better Together.
- Provides educator empowerment and student learning opportunitiesEmpowers local educators with tools and creates innovative learning opportunities for Tucson students, including through grant-funded programs.
strategies · 27
how they think
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- Coalition-Based Human Rights Advocacy Rooted in Jewish Values social_justice_advocacy_rooted_in_jewish_valuesDraws on Jewish historical struggles and values such as tikkun olam and social justice to collaborate with diverse faith, ethnic, and cultural groups, advancing human rights and addressing shared concerns through collective action.
- Community Collaboration for Human Rights community_collaborationThe organization actively collaborates with diverse local communities and groups to promote human rights, inspired by historical social activism and a commitment to addressing common concerns and building stronger communities.
- Community Collaboration for Human Rights Advocacy community_collaborationWorks in coalition with diverse faith, ethnic, racial, and cultural groups to address shared concerns, promote human rights, and build stronger communities, inspired by the social activism of figures like Rabbi Joseph H. Gumbiner and the Langer family’s commitment to combating discrimination.
- Community Collaboration for Human Rights and Social Justice community_collaborationWorks in coalition with diverse faith, ethnic, racial, and cultural groups to address shared concerns, promote human rights, and build stronger communities, inspired by Jewish values and historical activism such as that of Rabbi Joseph H. Gumbiner and the Langers.
- Connecting Jewish Experiences with Other Marginalized Communities intercommunity_dialogueThe museum uses educational outreach, exhibitions, and public programs to draw connections between Jewish histories and experiences and those of other marginalized communities, aiming to illuminate shared struggles and promote human rights.
- Cultural Bridge-Building through Art, Music, and Folklore cultural_preservation_and_bridge_building_through_artUses art, music, photography, and folklore—including Yiddish poetry and Hebrew folk songs—to explore cultural memory, identity, and survival, building intergenerational and cross-cultural bridges while affirming diversity.
- Cultural Preservation and Bridge-Building Through Art and Folklore cultural_preservation_and_bridge_buildingThe organization uses various cultural expressions, including photography, music, poetry, and folklore, to explore history, memory, and identity, aiming to preserve cultural heritage, build bridges between generations and geographies, and demonstrate strength in diversity.
- Cultural Preservation and Bridge-Building through Art and Folklore cultural_preservation_and_bridge_building_through_artUses art, photography, music, and folklore—including Yiddish poetry, Hebrew folk songs, and storytelling traditions—to explore cultural memory, identity, and survival, while building intergenerational and cross-cultural bridges and demonstrating strength in diversity.
- Cultural Preservation and Bridge-Building through Art and Folklore cultural_preservation_and_bridge_building_through_artUses art, photography, music, and folklore—including Yiddish poetry and Hebrew folk songs—to explore cultural memory, identity, and survival, building intergenerational and cross-cultural bridges while affirming diversity and resilience.
- Experiential Education through Cultural Metaphor experiential_learning_through_cultural_conceptsEngages participants in hands-on learning using Jewish cultural concepts like tikkun olam, applying metaphors such as visible mending to explore themes of restoration, resilience, and historical trauma.
- Experiential Learning through Jewish Ethical Concepts experiential_learning_through_cultural_conceptsApplies Jewish values such as *tikkun olam* (repairing the world) through hands-on, metaphorical practices like visible mending to teach restoration, resilience, and ethical responsibility, connecting historical trauma with contemporary social action.
- Experiential Learning through Jewish Ethical Concepts experiential_learning_through_cultural_conceptsApplies Jewish values such as *tikkun olam* (repairing the world) through hands-on, metaphor-driven programs like “Mending as Metaphor” to teach restoration, ethical responsibility, and the importance of acknowledging historical trauma in personal and communal healing.
- Holocaust and Genocide Education for Atrocity Prevention holocaust_and_genocide_education_for_atrocity_preventionThe museum educates the public about the Holocaust and other genocides, utilizing survivor testimonies and historical analysis to prevent future atrocities, foster compassion, and combat dehumanization by recognizing warning signs of hatred.
- Holocaust and Genocide Education for Atrocity Prevention holocaust_and_genocide_education_for_atrocity_preventionEducates about the Holocaust and other genocides as an ongoing process to prevent future atrocities by cultivating compassion, teaching warning signs of hatred, and fostering conversations about equality to combat dehumanization and identity-based hate.
- Holocaust and Genocide Education for Atrocity Prevention holocaust_and_genocide_education_for_atrocity_preventionEducates about the Holocaust and other genocides not as isolated events but as part of an ongoing process to cultivate compassion, recognize warning signs of hatred, and prevent future atrocities by teaching historical and contemporary manifestations of identity-based violence.
- Holocaust and Genocide Education for Atrocity Prevention holocaust_and_genocide_education_for_atrocity_preventionEducates about the Holocaust and other genocides as an ongoing process to cultivate compassion, recognize warning signs of hatred, and prevent future atrocities by promoting equity and combating dehumanization.
- Intercommunity Dialogue through Shared Histories intercommunity_dialogueConnects Jewish histories and experiences with those of other marginalized communities through educational outreach, exhibitions, and public programs, particularly during events like Black History Month, to foster mutual understanding and highlight intersecting systems of discrimination.
- Intercommunity Dialogue through Shared Histories intercommunity_dialogueConnects Jewish histories and experiences with those of other marginalized communities through educational outreach, exhibitions, and public programs to foster mutual understanding and address systems of discrimination collectively.
- Intercommunity Dialogue through Shared Histories intercommunity_dialogueConnects Jewish histories and experiences with those of other marginalized communities through educational outreach, exhibitions, and public programs, situating them alongside one another to build broader historical understanding and foster mutual recognition.
- Media Literacy and Critical Thinking for Civic Engagement media_literacy_educationEquips individuals with tools to distinguish fact from falsehood through community dialogue and introspection, particularly around contemporary human rights issues like media manipulation, to foster informed, active citizenship.
- Media Literacy and Critical Thinking for Democratic Engagement hate_and_genocide_prevention_educationEquips the public to distinguish fact from falsehood through exhibitions and dialogue on media literacy, empowering informed civic participation and resistance to manipulation in the digital age.
- Media Literacy and Critical Thinking for Informed Citizenship hate_and_genocide_prevention_educationEquips the public with tools to discern fact, opinion, and falsehood through exhibitions on media literacy, community dialogue, and introspection, aiming to transform passive consumers into informed, critical media citizens.
- Promoting Media Literacy and Critical Thinking media_literacy_educationThe organization aims to educate individuals to become informed media citizens by providing tools and fostering dialogue to distinguish between fact, opinion, and falsehoods, particularly in the digital age.
- Social Justice Advocacy Rooted in Jewish Values social_justice_advocacy_rooted_in_jewish_valuesThe museum connects Jewish values, such as "tikkun olam" (repairing a broken world), and historical struggles to contemporary social justice issues, advocating for human rights, fair wages, and worker dignity through social action and ethical behavior.
- Survivor Testimony and Personalized Education survivor_testimony_educationUses direct interaction with Holocaust survivors and personalizes educational tours based on students’ prior knowledge to make history tangible, foster empathy, and deepen understanding of genocide, Jewish history, and cultural identity.
- Survivor-Centered Experiential Learning survivor_testimony_educationPersonalizes student engagement through direct interaction with Holocaust survivors and adaptive tours that respond to students’ prior knowledge, using survivor testimony to teach historical and moral lessons about genocide prevention.
- Survivor-Centered and Personalized Holocaust Education survivor_testimony_educationEnhances historical learning through direct interaction with Holocaust survivors and tailors educational tours to students’ prior knowledge, personalizing the experience to deepen engagement and understanding of genocide and Jewish history.
named programs · 11
what they call their work
Charles Clement Holocaust Mosaic Unveiling
The unveiling of a historical Holocaust mosaic in the Ray Davies Sculpture Garden, originally displayed in 1963.
Courageous Conversations
A series offering a safe and respectful environment to discuss challenging topics, handle conflict, and engage with differing opinions.
Intimate Histories in 3D
A collaboration with the University of Arizona’s Center for Digital Humanities to preserve and present the stories of local Holocaust survivors using 3D technology.
Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism
A lecture series featuring scholars and leaders discussing antisemitism, its historical context, and contemporary challenges, including topics like the Jews of Color Initiative and anti-science.
Media Matters: Cutting Through the Noise
An exhibition exploring the evolution of media literacy and the challenges of discerning truth in the digital age.
Mending as Metaphor Series
A series of workshops and discussions exploring the Jewish concept of tikkun olam (repairing a broken world) through the practice of visible mending, focusing on process and acknowledging an item's journey.
Mosaicos Exhibition
An exploration of migrant, Latin, and cross-border beauty in the Sonoran Desert through photography, demonstrating strength in diversity.
TJMHC Teacher’s Conference
A conference for educators, likely focused on Holocaust education and related topics.
Teaching the Bosnian Genocide
A program commemorating the Bosnian genocide and providing educators with curricular resources and strategies to incorporate the atrocity into their teaching.
Trans 101: Ask Me Anything
An interactive conversation with Dr. Eric Plemons to educate the audience on issues facing transgender people today.
Yom HaShoah Commemoration
An annual event to commemorate the Holocaust and celebrate the resilience and courage of Jewish survivors.
relationships · 28
who they work with
- Arizona Jewish Historical Society Partner — Collaborated on the traveling exhibit "Triumph in Tragedy."
- Conecta Arizona Partner — Partnered to host the Southern Arizona premiere of the "Mosaicos" exhibition.
- Congregation Chaverim Partner — Partnered with for the 2026 International Holocaust Remembrance Day Shabbat.
- El Paso Holocaust Museum & Study Center Partner — Stephanie Chapman served on the El Paso Holocaust Museum & Study Center's board and was a volunteer there.
- Greenberg Financial Group Partner — Todd Glick, Jr. works as a registered financial advisor with Greenberg Financial Group.
- Hilton Family Holocaust Education Center Partner — Collaborated on the traveling exhibit "Triumph in Tragedy."
- Jewish Community Relations Council of Southern Arizona Partner — Michael Zaccaria serves on the Jewish Community Relations Council of Southern Arizona.
- Jewish Family & Children’s Services Partner — Sharon Glassberg works as a licensed clinical therapist at Jewish Family & Children’s Services with Holocaust survivors.
- Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona Partner — Sharon Glassberg previously served as VP for Programming & Organizational Development/Director, Jewish Education at the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona.
- Jews of Color Initiative (JoCI) Partner — Ilana Kaufman, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative, spoke at the Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism.
- Jews of Color Initiative (JoCI) Partner — Partnered with for the Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism, featuring Ilana Kaufman, CEO of JoCI.
- Las Doñas de Tucson Funder — Provided funding for the "Pioneering Jews of Southern Arizona" exhibit.
- Martin-Springer Institute Partner — Suggests educators explore their mailing list for local offerings.
- Multifaith for Pride Coalition Coalition — Member of the coalition that advanced a City Council resolution reaffirming transgender rights.
- Phoenix Holocaust Association Partner — Suggests educators explore their mailing list for local offerings.
- Rutgers Center for the Study of Genocide and Human Rights Partner — Collaborated with on a presentation about the Bosnian war and genocide, featuring scholars creating genocide curricula.
- Shomer Collective Partner — Gila Silverman serves as Education Program Manager at Shomer Collective, a national organization.
- Southern Arizona Legal Aid Partner — Alan Solot is employed at Southern Arizona Legal Aid as the managing attorney for the Consumer, Housing and Public Benefits unit.
- The Witness Institute Partner — Ariel Burger, founding director and senior scholar of The Witness Institute, spoke at the Lakin Lecture Series on Antisemitism.
- Tohono O'odham Nation Government — Recognizes that the museum resides on the traditional land of the Tohono O'odham people.
- Tucson JCC Partner — Venue for the annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration.
- Tucson Jewish Community Center (The J) Partner — Hosted the Yom HaShoah commemoration "The Legacies We Leave Behind" in its Paul and Alice Baker Ballroom.
- Tucson Tikkun Community Partner — Michael Zaccaria has been on the Steering Committee of the Tucson Tikkun Community since its founding in 2005.
- United Nations Association, Southern Arizona Chapter Partner — Michael Zaccaria serves on the board of the United Nations Association, Southern Arizona Chapter.
- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Partner — Suggests educators explore their mailing list for local offerings.
- University of Arizona Partner — Sharon Glassberg was a volunteer advisor to the University of Arizona Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega.
- University of Arizona’s Center for Digital Humanities Partner — Collaborated with on the "Intimate Histories in 3D" project.
- University of Arizona’s Center for Digital Humanities Partner — Collaborating on the "Intimate Histories in 3D" project with local Holocaust survivors.