When Herschel Grynszpan talked his way into the German embassy in Paris and shot Third Secretary Ernst vom Rath, he had no idea that his actions would trigger one of the most devastating turning points in the Nazi’s war against the Jews. First person accounts, news reports and photos are used to tell the story of the terrible events of November 9th and 10th, 1938. Suitable for Grades 7 and up. Parents must accompany children. 

Instructor: David Greenham, Holocaust & Human Rights Center of Maine

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Time: 6:30-7:45 pm

Location: MCHS

Registration: $12.50

Inspired by the HHRC’s exhibit Maine Boys Overseas, German Boys in Maine, this program tells the story of German prisoner of war camps from 1944 to 1946. The camps were located in Houlton, Spencer Lake, Seboomook, and Indian Township. The story is a fascinating piece of Maine history made all the more remarkable by the fact that we welcomed our enemy soldiers in the state while we were still at war with the Nazis. Suitable for Grades 6 and up. Parent must accompany children.

Instructor: David Greenham, Holocaust & Human Rights Center of Maine

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Time: 6:30-7:45 pm

Location: MCHS

Registration: $12.50