Archives

Our Archives house primary source documents that detail the history of the Alabama Holocaust Education Center and its predecessor institutions, as well as a large collection of one-of-a-kind items from or relating to the Holocaust, survivors of the Holocaust, World War II, Judaism, fascism, genocide, and other pertinent subjects.

A Vault of Knowledge

Our climate-controlled vault is home to a growing collection of Holocaust artifacts, including hand-stitched garments, wedding certificates, and household objects. Our archives allow you to walk through the pages of our past. 

Access to the AHEC archives is by request only.

 

Donate an Artifact

Do you have a treasured artifact that you would like to share with others? Our carefully curated archives rely upon the generosity of individuals who entrust their pieces with us. Help us share history with future generations.

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Explore Our Collection

Postcard provided by the Nagrodzki family.
Family photo provided by Leslie Allen.
The Knurr family cup for Elijah, used during Passover seder.
A vintage compact donated to the AHEC.
Holocaust Survivor Werner Knurr standing with his family’s collection of sabbath items and dinnerware.
A replica of Holocaust Survivor Krystna Chiger’s childhood sweater (1943), knit by Heidi Damsky (2010).
A pamphlet provided by Leslie Allen.
Sabbath lamp belonging to the Knurr family.
The May 8 1945 issue of Stars and Stripes newspaper.
Vintage typewriter
Family photo provided by Leslie Allen.
A postcard belonging to Holocaust Survivor Max Gerson.
Holocaust Survivor Martin Aaron’s displaced persons camp identification card.
Holocaust Survivor Leon Skurko.