This program is offered in partnership with the Institute for Holocaust Education, the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, and the University of South Carolina’s Anne Frank Center.
The lived experience of Anne Frank reminds us that one young person’s voice can inspire generations.
Anne Frank: A History for Today invites students to explore the history of the Holocaust through Anne’s life while reflecting on the choices we make day to day. Through impactful stories, photographs, and meaningful dialogue, students can discover that history isn’t just about the past; its about finding their own voices in creating a more just and compassionate future.
At the heart of this program is our peer guide initiative. Students receive training to lead their classmates, teachers, and community members through the exhibit while creating meaningful conversations about empathy and understanding.
When students learn from one another, they build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and discover the positive impact they can have within their own school and beyond.
The exhibit encourages students to:
Designed for middle and high school students, the exhibit includes 32 bilingual (English and Spanish) panels, peer guide training, and educator resources. Schools typically host the exhibit for two weeks.
This is more than an exhibit; its an opportunity for students to discover that their voices matter, their choices matter, and that they have the power to help create a more inclusive world.
