Hold on to Hope

Hold on to Hope is an educational Holocaust exhibition kit that inspires community through the life experiences of Arizona-based Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch. This traveling exhibition is designed for display in schools, libraries, community centers, and museums. Customizable educational materials provided opportunities to extend learning into the classroom. Oskar’s story of survival shines a light on living life not as a bystander but as an “upstander” and the tragic consequences of intolerance to reveal timeless lessons of respect, perseverance, empathy, and hope. 

Curriculum Connections: Hold on to Hope targets history and social sciences standards for grades 7 through 10 and supports Arizona requirements for Holocaust education in grades 7 or 8 and once in grades 9 through 12. 

Booking 

Length: Reservations are two-week increments for up to four consecutive weeks to allow adequate time for pick-up, installation, take-down, and drop-off of materials. 

Cost: Free with pick-up and drop-off at Scottsdale Arts. Delivery or shipping is available for a fee. 

Audience: Exhibition content is appropriate for all ages. Engagement materials and study guides target grades 7 through 10. 

Confirmation: Reservations are not finalized without a signed and approved loan agreement. 

Contents  

  • (3) 10-foot x 8-foot exhibition panels 
  • (1) 3-inch x 8-foot intro/outro panel 
  • (2) vintage suitcases with period and replica objects 
  • (4) World War II-era newspapers 
  • (2) Free-standing image cut-outs with interactive QR codes. 
  • (2) Pedestals  
  • (1) Rack card holder 
  • Printable gallery guide, teacher’s guide, student guide, and rack cards 
  • QR audio tour by Oskar Knoblauch 

Installation Requirements 

  • Minimum of approximately 1,050 square feet (35≠40 feet wide x 30 feet deep x 9 feet high) 
  • Two 6-foot tables 
  • Secure exhibition space, preferably staffed during accessible (open) hours 
  • One person to install 
  • Completion of post-exhibition feedback survey

For more information or to request printable Hold on to Hope teacher and student guides, email us at [email protected]. 

Combine Hold on to Hope with a live virtual tour of Auschwitz available through SIX Million Voices. Virtual tours may require advanced booking and a fee to participate. For more information, please visit SixMillionVoices.org 

Reserve Hold on to Hope

August 19–30, 2024 Reserve A Kit

September 3–13, 2024 *Short window due to Labor Day. Reserve A Kit

September 16–27, 2024 Reserve A Kit

September 30–October 11, 2024 *October 7–11 is fall break for some school districts. Reserve A Kit

October 14–25, 2024 Reserve A Kit

October 28–November 8, 2024 Reserve A Kit

November 11–22, 2024 *Veterans Day is November 11. Reserve A Kit

December 2–13, 2024 Reserve A Kit

January 6–17, 2025 Reserve A Kit

January 21–31, 2025 *Short window due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Reserve A Kit

February 3–14, 2025 Reserve A Kit

February 17–28, 2025 *Presidents’ Day is February 17. Reserve A Kit

March 3–14, 2025 *March 10–14 is spring break for some school districts. Reserve A Kit

March 24–April 4, 2024 Reserve A Kit

April 7–18, 2024 Reserve A Kit

April 21–May 2, 2025 Reserve A Kit

May 5–16, 2025 Reserve A Kit

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