Recommended grades: 9th-12th

One of the Museum’s most powerful signature program, Roots to Understanding, introduces high school students to the basic tenets of Jewish peoplehood, to the historic origins and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism, and to some of the most important moments of cross-cultural solidarity across almost 400 years of American Jewish history.

Before embarking on a museum tour, students screen the PBS film Repairing the World: Stories from the Tree of Life, which highlights the Pittsburgh community’s unity and resiliency in the face of unspeakable tragedy.

Under the guidance of trained educators, students examine primary source materials and museum artifacts showcasing instances of anti-Jewish hatred as well as moments of collaboration and allyship, from the 17th century to the present. Participants are encouraged to reflect on their own personal identities, as well as on their own experiences of prejudice and discrimination, and to help build communities that are “stronger than hate.”

Ready to book your visit?

Please click here to fill out our brief intake form. For further questions or other group inquiries, contact Group Sales Manager AJ McCormick at amccormick@theweitzman.org or (215) 391-4647. Please note that an intake form does not guarantee a booking. Bookings are only confirmed once acknowledged by our team.

INTAKE FORM

Cost of Group Visits

• School Groups – All Title 1 schools are eligible for full subvention, including bus transportation. For all other educational school groups, we have needs-based funding available.
• All Other Groups – Group bookings, including private tours, are available starting at $18pp. Please inquire about availability and pricing.

Hours of Operation
The Museum is open to the public Wednesday-Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm. Groups may be accommodated on other days of the week.

CONTACT US TODAY

education@theweitzman.org

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