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  • Resisting the Holocaust

Resisting the Holocaust

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Key information
Cost 2026: $21/student, teachers free
2027: $24/student, teachers free Minimum cost 2026: $210
2027: $240 Duration 3 hours Capacity 250 students per day Curriculum links Stage 5 History, Core Study - Depth Study 3: Australians at War: World Wars I and II (1914-1918, 1939-1945); Depth Study 6 – School-developed topic.
Stage 6 HSC Modern History, Core Study – Power and Authority in the Modern World (1919-1946) The program includes 1 hour Holocaust survivor talk
1 hour guided, or semi-guided tour
1 hour workshop with a Museum Educator
About the program:

The old image, that Jews went “like lambs to the slaughter” falls into the realm of historical legend. Jews resisted the Nazi genocide, in groups and as individuals, in public and in hiding. Their strategies of defense and survival took many forms, with those who fought back against the Nazis doing so through armed resistance, or by finding ways of holding onto their beliefs and ways of life.

Resisting the Holocaust highlights the courageous acts of resistance by Jews during this difficult time.

The Sydney Jewish Museum is embarking on a major redevelopment project which will enable us to significantly expand and enhance our programs and exhibitions. As a result, the Museum will be closed in 2026. However, when we reopen in 2027, we will welcome many more visitors, teachers and school groups. Although our museum site is currently under reconstruction and closed to the public, we continue to provide school groups with quality, impactful and curriculum-linked educational programs at a nearby temporary location. Bookings are available from 9am to 4pm every weekday except Friday. We can also design bespoke online sessions to meet your needs. 

If you’d like to speak to our team about your booking, you can contact us at bookings@sjm.com.au

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On the day

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What to bring

  • Due to limited locker space, we request that students do not bring large backpacks.
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Access

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Content advice

  • Note that the content covered at the museum may be distressing to some students.
  • We recommend bringing your school councillor and/or members of your pastoral care team to the visit.

Payment

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Confirmation of numbers

  • All bookings must confirm any changes to student numbers at least 7 days prior to the visit in writing. Schools will be charged for the number of students we have on record 7 days prior to the visit.

Cancellations and booking changes

  • Changes and cancellations including dates, times and student numbers must be made in writing.
  • Each booking is permitted two changes at no cost. Each additional change over and above these two changes will incur a $30 administration fee.
  • Cancellations made within 7 working days of the scheduled booking will be charged in full.

Risk assessment

Please click here for our risk assessment.

Pre and post visit lesson plans

Our Educators have created activities and resources for teachers to use to engage students before and after their visit to the Museum.

Click here to download the pre and post visit lesson plans.

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