Established:
1995
Mission:
Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center contributes to the empowerment of the world through hope, healing, respect, and responsibility by shining a light on the story of the Holocaust, Eva Kor, the Mengele twins, and other survivors. Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center strives to be a premier institution seeking progress in the creation of a world free from prejudice, hatred, and genocide.
Serving Our Community:
Through the lens of the Holocaust, visitors of all ages can learn about the consequences of choices, the importance of never giving up, the dangers of prejudice, and the need for genocide prevention today. Our permanent exhibit, Choices: The Holocaust Through Eva’s Story, details the story of Eva Kor, Holocaust survivor and one of the Mengele Twins, from before the war and through the rise of Nazism, to surviving the Auschwitz concentration camp and her journey of forgiveness.
The Core Values of Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center encompass the concept of “Tikkun Olam”—a Hebrew expression meaning “to repair the world.” The tenets of this concept include:
Hope Forgiveness Inspiration
Healing Education Compassion
Respect
Leadership:
Board Leadership
Troy Fears, Executive Director
Megan Wallace, Board President
Trent Andrews, Operations Director
Alex Kor, Board Vice President
Amy Grove, Community Engagement Director
Brielle Hill, Board Vice President
Colleen Rusnak, Development Director
Miles Abernethy, Board Treasurer
Other Ways to Help:
Candles Holocaust Museum invites you to become a part of our team of dedicated volunteers. Opportunities include assisting with visitor experience, educational programs, outreach initiatives, and archival work.
1532 South Third Street
Terre Haute, Indiana 47802
(812) 234-7881
candlesholocaustmuseum.org
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