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What's On

At the National Holocaust Museum, we have plenty of events coming up for people of all ages. 

We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum soon.

Please note that we are currently undergoing maintenance works in the gardens.

2026


June

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Sunday 14th June

11:00am - 3:30pm

Refugee Week - How Lives Are Changed By War

Join us for a powerful and moving event exploring two personal stories of displacement caused by war, spanning more than 80 years. Through film and first-hand testimony, this event offers a deeply human perspective on what it means to lose your home, navigate uncertainty, and rebuild in the face of conflict.

Arek - 11:00am - 11:40am 

How NOT to Flee a War 1:30pm - 3:30pm

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Friday 19th June

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Women of Courage: Stories of Jewish Women Fleeing Nazi Persecution

For Refugee Week 2026, focusing on the theme of courage, we remember the extraordinary strength shown by women forced to flee war and persecution. 

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Sunday 21st June

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Flight From Prague – The Making of a Refugee  

For Refugee Week 2026, Join us for this author event where Michael shares his personal story through his book Flight From Prague – The Making of a Refugee 

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July

Sunday 12th July

10:00am - 3:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor Renee Salt BEM

Join bestselling author Kate Thompson and Holocaust survivor Renee Salt BEM for a conversation about A Mother's Promise.

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Thursday 30th July

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: Agnes Kaposi MBE

Born in Hungary in 1932, Agnes was still a child when her life was shaped by persecution, forced labour and displacement under Nazi rule. Her testimony follows her journey from early separation from her parents to survival in ghettos and labour camps, and later rebuilding her life after the war.

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August

Tuesday 4th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: Steven Frank BEM

Listen to Holocaust survivor Steven Frank BEM share his testimony.

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Thursday 6th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: Joan Salter MBE

Listen to Holocaust survivor Joan Salter MBE share her testimony.

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Monday 10th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: Hedi Argent MBE

Listen to Holocaust survivor Hedi Argent MBE share her testimony. Witness history and learn from her powerful story.

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Tuesday 18th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: John Hajdu MBE

Listen to Holocaust survivor John Hajdu MBE share his testimony.

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Monday 24th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor: John Fieldsend BEM

Listen to Holocaust survivor John Fieldsend BEM share his testimony.

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Thursday 27th August

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meet the Holocaust Survivor Ruth Barnett MBE

Listen to Holocaust survivor Ruth Barnett MBE share her testimony.

Book Now

Sunday to Friday during School Holidays

11am & 1pm

Free tours of The Journey exhibition

Be led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers around the new Journey exhibition. Join us on Mondays for an additional family friendly object handling session with an educator, suitable for ages 9+. 

This is a free event; simply let Reception know when you arrive, and we’ll add your name to the tour list. Please note this is on a first come, first served basis.

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Coming this summer...

We have a range of survivor talks, exhibition tours, events, and object handling sessions throughout the summer period. Check back soon to book your tickets.

Did you know we are an English Heritage Partner Property?

Make use of your English Heritage membership to gain 2 for 1 entry today. Offer applies to admission only. Special events require an additional ticket per person.

Published: 29th April, 2024

Updated: 10th June, 2026

Author: Madeleine Hammond

Location: Acre Edge Road, Laxton, Newark, NG22 0PA

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National Holocaust Museum
Acre Edge Road
Laxton, Newark
Nottinghamshire NG22 0PA 

Train links: Newark North Gate and Newark Castle

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Registered Charity Number: 509022

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The Journey exhibition is now reopen after a major upgrade with thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Claims Conference, the Pears Foundation, Arts Council England and many others. More info here

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