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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

www.ushmm.org
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A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, …

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Nov 7, 2024
A very moving and impactful experience. Good interpretation and lots of interesting exhibits. Currently a special exhibition on Myanmar Is taking place. Full review by M H
Nov 6, 2024
Starting with Hitler’s rise to power through post WW2, you are taken through the gradual and horrific growth of antisemitism in Germany, and the rest of the world. Some of the more gruesome videos a… Full review by Dale S
Nov 2, 2024
As a student of history, a first generation American of European descent, the atrocities of World War II linger deep in my DNA and my family, and as such, I finally made it to this museum, and while … Full review by jaxexplore
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Visitors should come prepared for an experience they'll not forget when visiting the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. …
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The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) provides for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history f…
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The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a historical museum that chronicles the anti-Semitism and suffering during the period of th…
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The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) stands as the official American tribute to the Holocaust. Situated near the National …
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Facts

Established:April 22, 1993
Located:100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, Southwest, Washington, D.C.
Visitors:1.6 million (2016)
Director:Sara J. Bloomfield
Curator:Steven Luckert
Type:Holocaust museum

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can i bring a backpack
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We are three seniors traveling to DC for a short visit and the Holocaust Museum is one of our must see museums. I …
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We are three seniors traveling to DC for a short visit and the Holocaust Museum is one of our must see museums. I would like to know if it is possible to get day of tickets on 3/28
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This is a very sought after museum and it is probably best to book in advance.
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How do I get a ticket online for 3/2 or 3/3?
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That I do not know. Your best bet would be to call the information line on the museum’s website. They are extremely kind and helpful.
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Answer by Kelly E · Jan 25, 2023
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How long do I allow to tour this museum?
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I'd say 2-3 hours if you read all the information.
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Answer by Not M · Jul 28, 2022
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I have a time slot that says one available. There are three people. Do I need more then one ticket?
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Yes. You need 1 ticket for each person.
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Answer by Andrea D · Apr 7, 2022
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Is my donation going to be immediately publicly accessible or displayed on exhibit?
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In telling the story of the Holocaust we depend on a large collection, of which only a small percentage can ever be displayed on exhibit. When new materials are...
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