Three art exhibitions about the effects of war now open at HMH

The Holocaust Museum Houston is hosting three current exhibitions in the Lester and Sue Smith Human Rights Gallery through August 25. Don’t miss “Art in War,” “Art in the Holocaust,” and “#BringThemHomeNow.” All three are presented courtesy of the Consulate General of Israel in the Southwest.

Art in War reveals the untold stories of tragedy and resilience through poignant reflections on the shocking events that took place in southern Israel on October 7, 2023. On that day, thousands of armed Hamas terrorists invaded Israel and brutally killed, raped, and kidnapped innocent civilians. The destruction, pain, and loss of families prompted photographers, illustrators, and other artists to come together and share these truths. United in their grief, they expressed their sadness, horror, and anger through emotionally charged artwork.

“Art in the Holocaust” aims to provide an insight into the art of the Holocaust through a selection of works of art from the Yad Vashem collection. The works of art on display were created by 20 artists during the Holocaust (1939-1945), almost half of whom did not survive.

#BringThemHomeNow is a photography exhibition focusing on the humanitarian problems in Israel caused by the October 7 Hamas attack. The cruelty of the events is portrayed in real time through horrifying video footage. This photography exhibition provides a glimpse into this painful moment in history with poignant accuracy and power, captured by Ziv Koren as he arrived at the horrific sites of terror.

“We are honored to exhibit these important works that reflect the impact of war during the Holocaust and the recent Hamas attack on Israel,” said Linda Burger, interim CEO of the Holocaust Museum Houston. “The artists have perfectly captured the pain, emotion and devastation for families, countries and cultures. These exhibits serve as a powerful reminder of why Holocaust education remains so important today.”

The three exhibitions are on view until August 25. Tickets are available at hmh.org/tickets.