Geared to all ages and backgrounds, providing first-hand accounts from Holocaust survivors and refugees. This educational program makes life-changing impact on participants.
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UPSTANDERS EXHIBIT
Upstanders: Courage in the Face of Evil honors and presents the stories of local residents who risked their own lives to protect victims of genocide during the Nazi regime of terror.
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SURVIVOR STORIES
As they appear in the exhibit, from their history before and during the Holocaust, to their arrival in Santa Barbara.
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Video Portraits Clips
Several clips from the video Portraits of Survival projects, with first-hand personal accounts of the Holocaust.
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Kristallnacht Observance 2015
Watch the video of the 2015 Kristallnacht anniversary at
Jewish Federation's Bronfman Family JCC, which included filmed testimonies from local Survivors as well as memories recounted in person at the event.
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Portraits of Survival YouTube Channel
Our YouTube channel features +30 videos of our Survivors and special events.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Throughout the year the Portraits program provides special observances for Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, Kristallnacht, and more.
Portraits of Survival Contact
Please visit!
Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara
524 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Hours: Mon-Thur 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Fri 9:00 am-3:30 pm, or by appointment
For Info & Docent-led Group Tours:
Director Ruth Steinberg, (805) 957-1115 x123
Endowment and Funding opportunities:
Michael S. Rassler, (805) 957-1115
