To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, join the Alabama Holocaust Education Center as we welcome Max Hirshfeld at our 2025 International Holocaust Remembrance Day program. A renowned photographer and son of Holocaust survivors, Hirshfeld will discuss his book “Sweet Noise: Love in Wartime” which chronicles his parent’s experiences in Auschwitz and their remarkable story of love during the Holocaust. Hirshfeld will share photographs of his mother’s first return to Poland after forty-six years along with impressions of growing up under the shadow of the Holocaust, as well as letters his parents wrote to each other during a lengthy, post-war separation. His presentation on the work he has done to keep his parent’s memory alive will invite you to join in this important work as well.

This event will be held at the Homewood Public Library on January 23rd, 2025, from 6:00-7:30pm. While this event is free, registration is required. Register today using the link below. Join us!

About Our Speaker:

Max Hirshfeld is recognized as a master at spotting decisive moments while revealing the warmth and humanity of his subjects. He was born in North Carolina in 1951 and grew up in Decatur, Alabama. After moving to Washington, DC, he studied photography at George Washington University, graduating in 1973. His work has been shown at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, the Kreeger Museum, and is part of the permanent collection at the National Portrait Gallery. He has won silver and bronze awards from the Prix de la Photographie Paris and been featured in Communication Arts, Graphis, and American Photography. Hirshfeld’s editorial work has been published in The New York Times Magazine, Time, Vanity Fair, and other national publications, and his advertising work has been showcased in campaigns for Amtrak, Canon and IBM, among others.

Thank You to Our Partner:

The Alabama Holocaust Education Center would like to thank the Homewood Public Library for their support in making this program possible.