The Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida has been operating for more than four decades, serving as a place for remembrance, learning and dialogue in Central Florida. Founded by Holocaust survivor Tess Wise, it is among the first Holocaust centers in the southeastern United States and seeks to help residents and visitors understand history while fostering empathy across cultures.
The center offers exhibitions, educational programming and community conversations that emphasize personal stories of Holocaust survivors. It serves tens of thousands of students, educators, families and visitors each year and partners with schools, educators and civic organizations to promote discussion about prejudice and the impact of individual choices.
The organization received support from Orange County’s Cultural Tourism Grant Program, which allocates Tourist Development Tax dollars to arts and cultural experiences. The grant will be used to expand access to programs, develop new exhibitions and enhance educational experiences for residents and visitors.
Press release issued by Orange County Government Newsroom:
https://newsroom.ocfl.net/2026/04/holocaust-center-expands-impact-through-cultural-tourism-grant/
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