Hold on to Hope

Hold on to Hope is an educational Holocaust exhibition kit that inspires the community through the life experiences of Arizona-based Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch.

Welcome to Hold on to Hope

An educational Holocaust exhibition kit

This traveling exhibition is designed for display in schools, libraries, community centers, and museums. Customizable educational materials provided opportunities to extend learning into the classroom. Oskar’s story of survival shines a light on living life not as a bystander but as an “upstander” and the tragic consequences of intolerance to reveal timeless lessons of respect, perseverance, empathy, and hope.

Curriculum Connections: Hold on to Hope targets history and social sciences standards for grades 7 through 10 and supports Arizona requirements for Holocaust education in grades 7 or 8 and once in grades 9 through 12.

Exhibition content is appropriate for all ages. Engagement materials and study guides target grades 7 through 10.

For more information or to request printable Hold on to Hope teacher and student guides, email us at Learning@ScottsdaleArts.org.

Combine Hold on to Hope with a live virtual tour of Auschwitz available through SIX Million Voices. Virtual tours may require advanced booking and a fee to participate. For more information, please visit SixMillionVoices.org

(3) 10-foot x 8-foot exhibition panels
(1) 3-inch x 8-foot intro/outro panel
(2) vintage suitcases with period and replica objects
(4) World War II-era newspapers
(2) Free-standing image cut-outs with interactive QR codes.
(2) Pedestals
(1) Rack card holder
Printable gallery guide, teacher’s guide, student guide, and rack cards
QR audio tour by Oskar Knoblauch

Installation Requirements

Minimum of approximately 1,050 square feet (40 feet wide x 30 feet deep x 9 feet high)
Two 6-foot tables
Secure exhibition space, preferably staffed during accessible (open) hours
One person to install
Completion of post-exhibition feedback survey

Cost, Pick Up and Return

Cost: Free with pick-up and drop-off at Scottsdale Arts.

Length: Reservations are two-week increments for up to four consecutive weeks to allow adequate time for pick-up, installation, take-down, and drop-off of materials.

Confirmation: Reservations are not finalized without a signed and approved loan agreement.