poland campus

where we inspire and teach future generations

Located in Oświęcim, the city infamous for Auschwitz during the Holocaust, our campus offers a profound exploration of this dark chapter through its historic sites and educational programs. Visitors walk through our campus and experience a tangible link to history that textbooks cannot replicate. 

Our unique location deeply immerses visitors in the lessons and memories of a past that must never be forgotten, serving as a vital center for remembrance and learning.

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Café

Bergson

Café Bergson, located in the historic Kluger Family home, is more than just a café with fantastic coffee; it’s a vibrant cultural hub where visitors can enjoy open discussions and delicious pastries while engaging in cultural, educational, and artistic workshops and events. It’s a place where history and contemporary issues meet, fostering discussions that pave the way for a future without hate.

CHEVRA LOMDEI MISHNAYOT SYNAGOGUE – AUSCHWITZ SYNAGOGUE

The Chevra Lomdei Mishnayot Synagogue built circa 1913 and the sole surviving Jewish house of prayer in Oświęcim, stands as a poignant reminder of the region’s rich Jewish heritage. Fully restored and reopened in 2000, the synagogue now serves as a vital center for prayer, reflection, and Jewish celebrations

The Jewish
Museum

Explore the Jewish Museum of Oświęcim, located in the historic Kornreich family home. Here, 400 years of Jewish life in Oshpitzin are brought to life through a collection of photographs, documents, artifacts, and recovered Judaica. The museum narrates the rich history and tragic loss of this once-vibrant community.

The Jewish
Cemetery

The Jewish Cemetery of Oświęcim is a historic site dating back to 1784 that serves as a testament to the town’s once-thriving Jewish community and a sad reminder of the Holocaust. With its ongoing restoration and educational projects like the “Bunker of Memory,” this cemetery plays a vital role in teaching about the Jewish heritage and tragic history of Oświęcim.

The Great Synagogue
Memorial Park

The Great Synagogue Memorial Park is a poignant tribute to the Jewish community that once flourished in Oświęcim (Auschwitz). Opened on the 80th anniversary of the burning and destruction of the Great Synagogue (1863-1939) by the Nazis, the park is a peaceful space designed for visitors to reflect on their lives and this horrific chapter in history.

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get in touch

Pl. Ks. J. Skarbka 5
32-600 Oświęcim, Poland

Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation

57 West 57th Street, Rm 424 New York NY 10019