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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County

100 Crescent Beach Road
516-571-8040

The Mission of the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County is to teach the history of the Holocaust and its lessons through education and community outreach. We teach about the dangers of antisemitism, racism, bullying and all other manifestations of intolerance. We promote resistance to prejudice and advocate respect for every human being.

Recent News

HMTC Chair Statement - September 2, 2024

Dear Friends, This past Saturday night we all received the devastating news of the murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. I had the privilege of going to school with his father, Jon. All of us from Beit Midrash L'Torah (BMT) are in awe of the strength the…

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HMTC Condemns Ivy League Presidents' Congressional Testimony and their Bias Campus Policies

Glen Cove, NY - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) Condemns Ivy League Presidents' Congressional Testimony and their Bias Campus Policies It has been a little over a week since the most elite universities in the world told the…

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HMTC Condemns Columbia University's School of Social Work

Glen Cove, NY - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) condemns Columbia University's School of Social Work The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) strongly condemns the “Teach-in” event at Columbia…

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A Concerted Effort by The HMTC Community to Raise Funds for a New Magen David Ambulance

HMTC collected donations for a new ambulance for Magen David Adom in Israel and presented a check in the amount of $160,000 on November 27th. HMTC is thrilled to announce that its community has come together to purchase a new ambulance for Magen…

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HMTC Condemns the Actions of the NYC DOE Response to the Hillcrest HS Riot

Glen Cove, NY - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) condemns the actions of the NYC DOE, specifically, those responsible for its response to the Hillcrest High School riot where a Jewish teacher was doxed, demanded to be fired, and…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Events - November 29, 2023

November 30 - December 2, 2023 Help raise funds for HMTC when you purchase items at Americana Manhasset During the 3-day shopping event, be sure to present your CHAMPION NUMBER when making purchases, and 25% of your full-price pre-tax purchase…

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HMTC Condemns Gun Violence Against Three Palestinian College Students

Glen Cove, NY - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) Condemns Gun Violence Against Three Palestinian College Students The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County strongly condemns the recent act of gun violence against…

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HMTC Stands Against Inaction of Universities in Protecting Jewish Students

Glen Cove, NY - Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (HMTC) Stands Against the Inaction of Universities in Protecting Jewish Students HMTC condemns the inaction of universities in enforcing their own codes of conduct to protect Jewish students.…

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HMTC's Statement Regarding NYC BOD and District 14CEC Misuse of School Resources

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) strongly condemns the New York City Board of Education and its District 14 Community Education Council for the misuse of school resources to promote a rally that included Jewish…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County Happenings - November 8, 2023

We have a wide variety of events coming up — both virtual and in-person. We hope you’ll join us and be part of our mission to combat antisemitism and hate of all kinds through Holocaust education. Thursday, November 9, 2023 5:30…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Denounces The Hostile Environment Created By Cornell University

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) denounces the hostile environment created by Cornell University and many schools across the country where Jewish students can no longer live safely. Several posts in a Cornell…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County News - October 25, 2023

We have a wide variety of events coming up — both virtual and in-person. We hope you’ll join us and be part of our mission to combat antisemitism and hate of all kinds through Holocaust education. Monday, October 30, 2023 7:30 PM -…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County Requests That The Online Resources Presented To Educators And Students About The Israel-Hamas War Be Fair And Unbiased

The NYC Department of Education has sent educators a lengthy list of websites with information for class discussion on the war, including some that are strongly biased against Israel, the Jewish state. HMTC cannot stand by quietly. As an…

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HMTC Condemns Rice University LGBTQ Clubs's Disassociation with the Hillel

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) condemns Rice University’s LGBTQ club’s decision to disassociate with the campus‘ Hillel because of its recognition of the State of Israel which has existed since…

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HMTC Denounces Vandalism Of Hillel At The University Of Pennsylvania And Condemns The Campus Hosting An Event With Known Antisemitics During Yom Kippur Weekend

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) strongly condemns the recent act of vandalism targeting the Hillel at the University of Pennsylvania. We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in denouncing this…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County News - September 15, 2023

As we celebrate Rosh Hashanah, The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) wishes you a happy and healthy L'Shana Tova! Our hearts are filled with gratitude as we look back on the past year and look forward to all the…

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HMTC Announces Its Facelift As Part Of Its 30-Year Anniversary

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Gets a Facelift as Part of its 30-Year Anniversary on Long Island Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) has been dedicated to…

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HMTC Announces its Latest Public Service Announcement Campaign for Fall 2023

Glen Cove, NY - Here at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC), we are thrilled to announce our latest initiative -- a Public Service Announcement (PSA) Campaign aimed at empowering younger generations. These PSAs are…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Strongly Condemns Swastikas Found on Trees at Welwyn Preserve

Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) strongly condemns the painting of swastikas on trees at the Welwyn Preserve, where our center is located. These symbols were just found this afternoon. This…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Strongly Supports Suffolk County's Initiative to Track and Combat Antisemitism

Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) is happy to announce our unwavering support for Suffolk County's latest initiative to track and combat antisemitism. At a press conference, Suffolk County…

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HMTC Condemns False Claims By Professor Jasbir Puar To Princeton University Students

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) vehemently condemns the recent claims made by Professor Jasbir Puar during her class at Princeton University, which falsely suggest that the Jewish State of Israel promotes a…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Announces the Appointment of Christopher Probst as its New Education Director

Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Christopher Probst as its new Education Director. With his extensive academic background and impressive teaching career,…

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Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County Upcoming Events - August 4, 2023

Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 5:00pm, Join Our Community - A Special Event Seats Are Filled! Never again starts with you! An open house event. Please join us and learn about opportunities for volunteers, educators, survivors, and their descendants.…

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HMTC Condemns American Anthropological Association's (AAA) Decisionto Boycott Israeli Academic Institutions

Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Statement on the American Anthropological Association's (AAA) Boycott of Israeli Academic Institutions Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County…

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HMTC Appoints New Executive Director to Lead its Organizationtoward Higher Levels of Success and Impact

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Announces the Appointment of Moji Pourmoradi as its New Executive Director Glen Cove, NY - The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) is pleased to…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Upcoming Events - July 12, 2023

UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, July 12, 1:00pm (Virtual) July Book Club - "All the Broken Places," by John Boyne This new novel tells a compelling story and asks some provocative questions: Is it ever too late to confront the past and make peace with…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Upcoming Events - July 1, 2023

UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, July 2, 2023, 1:00 pm A Holocaust Memoir of Love & Resilience with Ettie Zilber With the Nazi occupation of Kovno (Lithuania), her life changed forever. Zlata Santocki Sidrer was Jewish, but she survived the horrors of…

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HMTC Statement on Neo-Nazi Protest Outside Georgia Synagogue

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC) Strongly Condemns Neo-Nazi Display of Swastika Flags outside Georgia Synagogues on June 24th Glen Cove, New York - The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County…

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HMTC Statement on Fatima Mousa Mohammed's Commencement Speech atcunyLaw

Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Statement on Fatima Mousa Mohammed's CUNY Law Commencement Speech on May 12th HMTC condemns Fatima Mousa Mohammed's vile antisemitic and anti-Israel speech at the recent CUNY Law…

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Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County Statement On Roger Waters' Recent Performance

HMTC condemns the antisemitic actions of Roger Waters, founder and former lyricist for the rock band Pink Floyd. Waters, who recently performed in Germany, invoked and equated the murder of Anne Frank and her entire family, who were discovered by…

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Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County: Statement on Man Found with Nazi Flag Near White House

HMTC condemns the attack by a man who expressed admiration of neo-Nazis. The 19-year-old crashed a U-Haul truck into security barricades near the White House and a swastika flag was found inside his truck. When questioned, the assailant explained…

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Attention Teachers – Get CTLE Credits with Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County in June

HMTC's Irving Roth Professional Development Center Teacher Training Institute "Through the Eyes of Survivors" Tuesday, June 27, 2023 to Thursday, June 29, 2023 At HMTC - 100 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove, NY 1154 HMTC ‘s Irving Roth…

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Support HMTC for Mother's Day with Teal Botanicals

Mother's Day Event 15% Off HMTC is thrilled to partner with Teal Botanicals, a Filipino American female-founded clean minimalist bath, body, and wellness brand. Get Mother's Day gifts and self-care items while supporting HMTC. Teal Botanicals…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Events - April 14, 2023

We have a great variety of events coming up — both virtual and in person. We hope you’ll join us and be part of our mission to combat antisemitism and hate through Holocaust education. Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 1:00pm (Virtual)…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Boris Chartan's Legacy

There has been an outpouring of support from our community expressing their condolences and sharing their appreciation for Boris Chartan and his many contributions to both HMTC and to the larger Jewish community. Boris laid the foundation for…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Deadline Extended to April 5 for Upstander Award Entries

$5,000 Award for Middle and High School Students on Long Island HMTC defines an Upstander as a person who stands up for others, and does not allow bigotry, hatred, or intolerance to happen without intercession. Every year we honor middle and…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Remembering Survivor Boris Chartan - HMTC's Founder

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Holocaust survivor Boris Chartan. He was the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County’s (HMTC) founder and first chairman. He was 96 years old. Boris, along with other…

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Watch Holocaust Survivor Leo Ullman's Incredible Story

LEO ULLMAN In my latest video segment for HMTC, I am honored and excited to introduce you to Holocaust Survivor Leo Ullman. Leo is a Harvard & Columbia graduate, a successful entrepreneur, an accomplished athlete and a big supporter of our…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County Upcoming Events - March and Beyond

We have a great variety of events coming up — both virtual and in person. We hope you’ll join us and be part of our mission to combat antisemitism and hate through Holocaust education. UPCOMING EVENTS Monday, March 13, 2023, 12:30…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County - Are You HMTC's Next Upstander

Upstanders change our world for the better. We define an “Upstander” as a person who stands up for others and does not stand by allowing bigotry, hatred, or intolerance to happen without interjection. For the past twelve years, the…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Are You HMTC's Next Upstander

$5,000 Award for Middle and High School Students on Long Island HMTC defines an Upstander as a person who stands up for others, and does not allow bigotry, hatred, or intolerance to happen without intercession. Every year we honor middle and…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County - Shop Teal Botanicals And Support

SHOPPING EVENT HMTC is thrilled to partner with Teal Botanicals, a New York-based clean minimalist beauty and wellness brand. This promotion ends tonight -- shop until 11:59pm to get some great products while supporting HMTC. Shop Now and use…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Meet Our Team - Emily Miranda

Emily Miranda is the Education Department’s assistant at HMTC, as well as the front-desk receptionist three times a week. Her duties include assisting Holocaust survivors when they come in to share their testimony, helping the education…

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Remembering Holocaust Survivor Stephen Berger

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Holocaust survivor Stephen Berger at age 95. He passed away this morning. Stephen was an important part of the HMTC family and shared his story with students regularly to teach them about the…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Extended to December 31 - Dreidels and Diamonds

Join us for a Hanukkah and Holiday Shopping Event at Charles Krypell Fine Jewelry 25 Northern Blvd, Greenvale, NY 11548 Extended throughout Hanukkah and until the end of the year! Monday, December 19 - Saturday, December 31, 2022 Shop now…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County - Happy Hanukkah

On behalf of the HMTC family, we wish all who celebrate a happy Hanukkah. May joy and love fill your homes and hearts. May the holiday lights remind us that the Jewish people will prevail in the face of antisemitism and darkness. Our community of…

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The Holocaust Memorial And Tolerance Center Of Nassau County - Support HMTC With Teal Botanicals

Shopping Event HMTC is thrilled to partner with Teal Botanicals, a New York-based clean minimalist beauty and wellness brand. Get holiday gifts and self-care items for the new year while supporting HMTC at the same time. Shop Now and use code…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Meet Our Staff - Zachary Graulich

Zachary Graulich is a recent graduate of Stony Brook University with a BA in history. He has experience in the field of local government and interned with Suffolk County. He then worked with the Town of Brookhaven. Zachary is extremely grateful to…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Starts Today: Dreidels and Diamonds - A Shopping Event

Join us for a Hanukkah and Holiday Shopping Event at Charles Krypell Fine Jewelry 25 Northern Blvd, Greenvale, NY 11548 Thursday, December 8 - Sunday, December 11, 2022 Shop between Thursday, December 8, and Sunday, December 11, and 20% of…

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The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County : Remembering Anita Weisbord

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Holocaust survivor Anita Weisbord at age 99. She was an important part of the HMTC family and shared her story with students regularly to teach them about the Holocaust and the dangers of…

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Kristallnacht - Help HMTC Light Up The Night

In conjunction with March of the Living's Let There Be Light initiative, HMTC will be placing candles in the amphitheater in the Children's Memorial Garden on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 in commemoration of Kristallnacht. Sponsor a candle in…

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Champions for Charity 2022 - Support HMTC

Thursday, December 1 through Saturday, December 3 Support HMTC by doing your holiday shopping at participating Americana Manhasset and select Wheatley Plaza* stores on Thursday, December 1, through Saturday, December 3. Champions for Charity®…

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