History with Chutzpah

Stories of The Southern Jewish Adventure

The 250+ artifacts, documents, photographs and oral histories in the exhibition, reveal stories from the generations before us and offer you a journey into Jewish culture unlike any other.

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ICONS

Selections from The Portrait Unbound

ICONS showcases Robert Weingarten’s innovative and ground breaking visual biographies of notable American ICONS including Henry Aaron, Stephen Sondheim, Sandra Day O’Connor, Colin Powell, Mikhail Baryshnikov and Alice Waters.

Events

October 14th, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Breman presents Born to Be Wild: A Dennis Hopper Mini Fest

An actor, director, screenwriter and photographer, Hopper rose to fame as a countercultural icon in the 1960s and later developed into a character actor noted for inhabiting characters with a dark side. The actor’s intensity will be well displayed in Born to Be Wild: A Dennis Hopper Mini Fest. Here are capsules on the three films:
October 15th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Archives Day at The Breman

Jewish Genealogy Panel – Embark on a captivating journey through time and heritage at our "Jewish Genealogy Panel" from 11 AM to Noon. Join experts Gary Deutsch, known for his Jewish roots expertise, and passionate genealogist Gary Palgon, skilled in untangling ancestral stories. Alongside them, Peggy Freedman, renowned for her research skills, and archive navigation master Hariette Gershon complete the panel. Engage with these genealogy virtuosos to unearth your family's hidden tales and forge deeper connections to your Jewish heritage. Don't miss this opportunity to uncover your past's secrets!
October 22nd, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Bagels and Books at The Breman with Dr. Fred Katz

Enjoy a bagel and relax while Dr. Fred Katz shares his photography and stories about Holocaust memorials from around the world.
November 5th, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Night at the Breman Museum: Where Music takes Center Stage

Join us on November 5th for a night of festivity with a special appearance by Joe Alterman and a captivating musical performance featuring Jenny Levison and Friends.
November 12th, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Something Special Sundays - Becoming Dr. Ruth

Join us for an unforgettable in-person event at The Breman Museum! Experience the inspiring story of Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a remarkable woman who overcame adversity to become a renowned sex therapist. Through captivating storytelling and engaging visuals, this event will take you on a journey through her life, from her escape from the Holocaust to her groundbreaking work in the field of human sexuality. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the incredible experiences of Dr. Ruth and gain valuable insights into relationships and intimacy.

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OPEN 11 - 4 WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY AND SUNDAY

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Absence of Humanity

This permanent exhibition presents the history of the Holocaust through artifacts and stories of Atlanta area Holocaust Survivors.

LEARN

Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education

The Lillian and A.J. Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education offers guided tours of our Holocaust Galleries as well as pre and post visit curriculum for educators.

Browse our Archives

We have the stories. Explore our digital Archives here.

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Your generous support is needed more than ever before. Your gift will help sustain our beloved institution and support new programming that brings knowledge and inspiration to our community. Thank You.

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