Dismantling Democracy: 53 Days in Nazi Germany explores the critical weeks following Hitler’s appointment as chancellor in 1933, when the Nazi Party legally and systematically dismantled the democratic foundations of the Weimar Republic. Grounded in primary sources and historical context, the program offers an opportunity to learn about this pivotal moment in history—one that reminds us how quickly democratic institutions can erode.
Executive Director Tam Huynh will begin the evening with a brief introduction, followed by a presentation led by her colleague, Holocaust Scholar Erica Nadelhaft. Erica will facilitate the Q&A following the program, creating space for thoughtful dialogue and reflection focused on this pivotal moment in history. I believe you will find it engaging and meaningful.
At the HHRC, we work to promote Holocaust education, confront antisemitism and bias, and strengthen a more informed and compassionate civic culture across our state. One way we pursue that mission is through educational programs that invite communities to examine history in ways that deepen understanding and inspire civic engagement.