The Journey Back: A Virtual Walk with Holocaust Survivors

RSVP Required: To reserve a time slot, call 563-582-0008 and ask for Gabby or Lydia, or visit this link: forms.gle/aKb8d4HcPU8LTJGk8

Walk with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival while you discover the power of virtual reality through 360-degree immersive technology. This exhibition is a global game-changer, revolutionizing the field of Holocaust memory through innovative technology and transportive storytelling.

The films have received global recognition and awards from a variety of prestigious film festivals, including World Premiere at South by Southwest, Jury Award Winner at Nashville Film Festival, Winner of Best VR Storytelling at Cinequest Film and VR Festival, official selection at Vancouver International Film Festival, and many more. Participants have the option to watch as many as five documentary films, each film about 15 minutes long.

This experience is provided free of charge, thanks to the generous support of the Diana C. Hunter Mobile VR Trunk Program.

Virtual reality technology is not recommended for children. All participants must be 18+.

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