Over 150,000 visitors, including over 20,000 students, have visited “Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away” in Boston.
Since its opening on March 15th “Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away” has touched Boston as an educational, poignant and moving visit through one of the most difficult chapters of human history.
The exhibition has marked its 6th stop within its traveling calendar: from its premier in Madrid back in 2017, the exhibit has visited New York, Kansas City, Malmö, Los Angeles and now Boston, where the history of Auschwitz and the Holocaust has been made accessible to over 150,000 visitors, including 20,000 students.
In a world where information is easily accessible online, discerning truthful and relevant sources is increasingly challenging. However, engaging directly with history through exhibitions like this one offers an unparalleled way to safeguard the memory of the past. The experience of seeing and interacting with historical objects and stories in person is irreplaceable by any digital means.
Through its collection of over 700 original artifacts, and first-hand stories from those who survive and perished in the camps, “Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away” helps on the understanding of this harrowing past. Real objects, such as the “Tallit” (a prayer shawl) of Solomon Krieser, or the pocketknife that Rivka Mincberg received in Auschwitz, lent by the World Holocaust Remembrance Center Yad Vashem, have a crucial role in the success of this exhibition, providing visitors with the rare opportunity to witness authentic, meaningful items from Auschwitz and the Holocaust. These artifacts are not just relics of the past but powerful testimonies that bring history to life, offering a tangible connection to the personal stories and experiences of those who suffered.
As the exhibition created by Musealia in collaboration with the Auschwitz Birkenau State Museum continues to gather and educate diverse audiences across the world, it stands as a beacon of remembrance and a call to action against the prejudices and injustices that persist in our world today. It serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of hatred and intolerance, challenging us to reflect on our values and the society we aspire to build.
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