Henry's testimony will be available beginning January 2025.
A Special Photography Exhibit
Hundreds of survivors began new lives in Cincinnati in the years during and after the Holocaust, each rebuilding in a unique way. Whether they arrived as young refugees during WWII or much later in life, each of these individuals became part of our community’s vibrant social fabric. Their stories help us understand the resilience of the human spirit and the power we each hold to become the best of humanity today.
Holding Hope: Stories of Survival During the Holocaust shares many of these stories, some being told for the first time, along with portraits taken by Madeleine Hordinski. This exhibition is presented in English and Russian.
First launched at Cincinnati’s iconic Union Terminal from March through June 2026, the exhibition welcomed more than 6,000 visitors, connecting thousands with the powerful stories and experiences of local Holocaust survivors and ensuring their legacies continue to educate and inspire future generations.
What a masterful collection! The combination of the wonderful photography, the biographies, the personal message by each individual, the Russian translations, and the accompanying book. I think we spent three hours reading all the material. One survivor is a member of my synagogue, but I didn't know her story at all before seeing her in the exhibit.
-Community Member
The stories live on
While the exhibition has closed, it’s stories continue. Holding Hope: Stories of Survival During the Holocaust shares the experiences of Holocaust survivors who rebuilt their lives in Cincinnati, including many stories shared publicly for the first time, alongside photographs by Madeleine Hordinski. Reserve your copy today by completing the online payment form here.
This exhibit was created with the support of
This program is made possible, in part, by Ohio Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this exhibition do not necessarily represent those of Ohio Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
