A dynamic force for social change.
By teaching the lessons of history, we inspire young people to question, to speak out, and lead with compassion. Our transformative programs empower people to see beyond stereotypes and divisions, embrace our shared humanity, and recognize the profound impact of their choices.
Inspiring action for the future.
We provide tools, resources and knowledge to help young people learn from history, challenge prejudice and become courageous changemakers. Each of our school programs, workshops and community initiatives are uniquely adaptable and designed to make education engaging and interactive.
The transformative power of education through the arts.
Education through the arts has a profound and lasting impact on young people – fostering empathy, critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the world around them. By engaging with history and social issues through creative expression, students are empowered to connect with complex topics in meaningful ways, inspiring action and shaping compassionate future leaders.
Reducing Intolerance
Education about history and cultural diversity reduces hate crimes and promotes inclusion, with students 20% less likely to show prejudice after participation in tolerance-based programs.
(UNESCO Research Study)
Building Empathy
80% of participants in arts-based workshops reported greater empathy and understanding for others, including marginalized groups.
(Journal of Community Psychology)
Fostering Civic Responsibility
Programs like Holocaust education improve critical thinking skills in 78% of students and foster civic responsibility, according to research by the USC Shoah Foundation.
Improving Academic & Social Outcomes
Youth who engage in arts education are 4 times more likely to engage in community service and 3 times more likely to graduate high school.
(National Endowment for the Arts)
Empowering Action Against Hate
In communities where arts and education initiatives were introduced, incidents of hate crimes decreased by 22% over five years.
(U.S. Department of Justice)
Increasing Retention & Engagement
Students retain up to 50% more information when learning through arts-based methods compared to traditional lecture-style teaching.
(National Endowment for the Arts)
Arts-based programs increase student engagement by 70%, particularly for topics involving history and social issues.
(Kennedy Center)
Improving Critical Thinking & Empathy
Arts-based approaches improve critical thinking skills by 15-20% and enhance empathy and perspective-taking, compared to traditional museum tours that focus on passive viewing
(Harvard Graduate School of Education)
Growing Personal Connections
Programs that incorporate storytelling, performance, or interactive activities make participants 3 times more likely to form personal connections with historical events.
(Journal of Aesthetic Education)
Boosting Emotional Impact
A study by the University of Pennsylvania found that students who participated in arts-based learning were twice as likely to report feeling emotionally moved or inspired to take action compared to students who experienced traditional museum exhibits.
Making a Long-Term Impact on Youth
Young people engaged in arts-integrated education report higher long-term retention of lessons learned and are 40% more likely to share those lessons with peers and family members than those who learned through traditional means.
(Arts Education Partnership)
Fostering Collaboration and Problem-Solving
Arts-based programs foster teamwork and creative problem-solving, with students scoring 30% higher in these areas compared to peers exposed solely to traditional exhibits.
(Americans for the Arts)
Inspiring Action
Interactive, arts-driven programs make participants 4 times more likely to express interest in advocacy, volunteering, or social action than traditional museum exhibits.
(National Assembly of State Arts Agencies)
