Social Lab
The exhibits in the Peltz Social Lab challenge assumptions and confront prejudice and bigotry, whether it is within ourselves, our communities or around the world. Reflect on your views, see the humanity that connects us all and collaborate with others to find common ground on controversial issues. Discover how you can commit to taking action in support of positive social change, human dignity and tolerance.
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The Point of View Cube
Observe the same scenario from multiple points of view to reveal how a change in perspective may present an altogether different story.
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The Forum
Examine and debate solutions to controversial topics facing the United States today. Designed for collaboration with others seated around you, explore different perspectives through interactive media and come up with creative solutions to real issues.
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Global Crisis Center
Explore some of the most pressing crises affecting our world today. How we respond both individually and collectively will forever alter our planet—both positively and negatively. This is an opportunity for you to experience what world leaders deal with when crises develop. Meet the people directly impacted by these crises, as well as the people and organizations working together to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time and find out ways you can help.
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Civil Rights and Social Justice
The fight for social justice in America is as old as our nation itself. It touches upon many aspects of American life—from education to the environment, from health care to homelessness. As intolerance takes new forms, the nonviolent tactics of pioneering civil rights leaders offer a valuable blueprint in the quest toward a truly equitable society.
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We the People
There are many threads that weave our country’s story. This kaleidoscope of diversity has defined the American experience—sparking great creativity and innovation but also deep division, conflict and the ongoing struggle for equal rights. Explore how the fight for justice continues to challenge and sustain the American dream, with its promise of freedom and justice for all.
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The Oldest Hate Continues
The dangerous increase in anti-Semitism around the world is highlighted in this video installation. Since time immemorial, the Jewish people have been the target of antipathy, prejudice and murder. But after the gates of the Nazi death camps were opened when the Holocaust ended, there was hope that the oldest hatred would finally cease. Instead, anti-Semitism continued, and new forms of Jew hatred have emerged. Anti-Semitic activity, especially acts of violence, are at their highest levels since the Nazi Holocaust.
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