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“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Follow Fritzie Fritzshall, as she returns to her hometown and the notorious Auschwitz killing center, sharing her promise made to the 599 women who helped save her life.
Honor the memories of Holocaust survivors and eyewitnesses with this virtual reality tour. Patrons are invited to attend various VR experiences, as each program will include a different VR "tour" (listed above).
Contact AATHexhibit@dglibrary.org with questions.
Submit a request for a program accommodation here. Learn more about accommodations and accessibility at DGPL by visiting dglibrary.org/accessibility.
The Journey Back, A VR Experience was created by Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center in collaboration with East City Films and made possible through the generous support of The Kimberly Duchossois Family Global Immersive Technology Initiative, the Diana C. Hunter Trust, and the Spagat Family Virtual Reality Trunk Program.
Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.
Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990.
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