Quincy University’s Brenner Library to Host ‘Americans and the Holocaust’ Exhibition

Quincy Hannibal Keokuk, IL, October 1, 2026 — The Brenner Library at Quincy University is set to host a significant traveling exhibition titled “Americans and the Holocaust.” The exhibition is scheduled to run from October 29 through December 4.

Developed collaboratively by the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association, the exhibition aims to explore the diverse perspectives and responses of Americans during the critical decades of the 1930s and 1940s concerning the Holocaust. This period encompasses the rise of Nazism in Europe and the unfolding events of World War II.

The content of “Americans and the Holocaust” delves into how Americans at the time viewed and reacted to the atrocities occurring overseas. It is expected to provide historical context and encourage reflection on the nation’s engagement with the crisis.

In conjunction with the exhibition, Quincy University’s Brenner Library has announced plans for related programming. These events are designed to supplement the exhibition’s themes, potentially offering deeper dives into the subject matter. The library also intends to highlight local historical connections, drawing parallels or presenting relevant information from the region’s past in relation to the exhibition’s broader narrative.

Further details regarding the specific programming events and their schedules are anticipated to be released closer to the exhibition’s opening date.

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