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SPECIAL EXHIBITION

Free to the public for the first time, Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. opens January 4, 2027. Reserve your tickets now.

The Dictionary

Artifacts Unpacked Video Series

As Manfred Weidhorn and his mother fled toward freedom for over three years, this dictionary was among their limited resources. The story of their perilous escape helps teach the dangers of hate then and now. Watch to learn if they reunited with Manfred’s father.

About the Artifacts

Artifacts shown in the video were donated to the Museum by Manfred Weidhorn. See other items in the collection and browse the Weidhorn family papers.