“The Cattle Car: Stepping In and Out of Darkness,” will make several stops in Greenville beginning March 16 as part of the “Hate Ends Now” traveling exhibit.
Created through a partnership between Southern NCSY, an organization dedicated to Holocaust education, and Shadowlight, a nonprofit organization, the free, public exhibit offers visitors the opportunity to step into a replica cattle car used to transport Jews and others to concentration camps during World War II.
While inside, a 360-degree video will broadcast:
- Holocaust survivor stories
- History of hate and bigotry
- Examples of how hate and intolerance continue today
“This exhibit is a meaningful step in a long journey toward helping people better understand and empathize with the suffering that took place during the Holocaust,” said Hate Ends Now Regional Director of Community Engagement Arielle Nakdimon. “It’s designed to be powerful and emotional, but most importantly educational. This unique approach to Holocaust education engages the senses and creates a lasting impression that will not only help young people understand the consequences of antisemitic attacks and bigotry in America, it will also teach them to stand up against it.”
Greenville stops include:
- March 16, 3-7 p.m. – First Baptist Greenville, 847 Cleveland St.
- March 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and March 18, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St.
- March 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Congregation Beth Israel, 425 Summit Drive
For more information, visit hateendsnow.org.
