In 2005, the Maltz Museum opened with a simple mission – to build bridges of tolerance and understanding by sharing Jewish heritage through the lens of the American experience. While the stories we tell may be decades-or even centuries-old, the lessons and values they transmit continue to be meaningful in the 21st century. Utilizing interactive computer displays, films, oral histories, historic photographs and artifacts, we offer your students the opportunity to encounter:
- The immigrant experience in America and the struggle to hold onto traditions and values of the old world while embracing the freedoms and opportunities of the new
- Cleveland history and its growth from an isolated, swampy village to a thriving, modern metropolis
- The tragedy of the Holocaust and the stories of survivors who triumphed over Nazi hatred
- The struggle to combat hatred, racism and anti-Semitism and to build a community of tolerance and diversity
- Jewish holidays and traditions that are rooted in ancient times yet continue to evolve
- Israel and the modern re-birth of an ancient nation
All Maltz Museum programs encourage hands-on, participatory learning and are aligned with Ohio State Academic Content Standards in Social Studies, Language Arts and Fine Arts. Related State Standards are listed under each program title.