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Antisemitism and Holocaust Denial

Antisemitism is prejudice against or hatred of Jews. The Holocaust, the state-sponsored persecution and murder of European Jews by Nazi Germany and its collaborators, is history’s most extreme example of antisemitism. Violent antisemitism and hatred did not end with the defeat of Nazi Germany. It is important to stand up to antisemitism in all of its forms today.

  • Learn more about the different types of antisemitism and how to identify them.

  • Prejudice against Jews existed well before the Holocaust. Learn about the long history of antisemitism.

  • Learn why people deny and distort the facts of the Holocaust and how to correct misconceptions.

Teaching About Antisemitism

Find lesson plans, videos, and other tools to help teach your class about antisemitism and the Holocaust.

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  • Learn the history behind code words, symbols, and ideologies used by hate groups.

  • These short videos explore antisemitism today and how it has persisted for thousands of years.

  • This podcast series features a broad range of perspectives on antisemitism and hatred.

Confronting Antisemitism Today

Unchecked hatred and antisemitism are dangerous and must be confronted wherever they appear. Read recent Museum statements condemning violent instances of antisemitism in the United States and across the world.

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