The Holocaust claimed six million Jewish lives, yet the heroes who risked everything to save them remain lesser known than the perpetrators.

Rescuers of the Holocaust, a project by photographer Gay Block and writer Maika Drucker, documents the stories of ordinary people across Europe who showed extraordinary courage by hiding and protecting Jews during World War II. Over three years, Block and Drucker captured portraits and interviews with these individuals, revealing a diverse range of motivations—from moral conviction to personal revenge against fascism. Many rescuers denied being heroes, insisting they had no choice but to act when faced with clear right and wrong.

The exhibition offers a deeply human portrayal of bravery amid horror. Block is an acclaimed photographer with work in major museums, while Drucker is a noted author of Jewish cultural works. Together, they honor those whose quiet resistance saved lives and upheld humanity during a time of savagery.

WORKS
58

DIMENSIONS

24 x 20 to 30 x 34 (inches)

SPACE REQUIREMENTS

Aprox. 300 linear feet (91,44 linear meters)

INQUIRIES

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