- Color photo of rows of archival storage boxes on industrial shelving in the Virginia Holocaust Museum's Collections Department, preserving historical artifacts and documents.
Search Our Collections
Search the Virginia Holocaust Museum Archives to explore Holocaust artifacts, photographs, documents, oral histories, and other historical resources. You can also search the Carole Weinstein Holocaust Research Library and request access to the Barbara and Fred Kort Foundation Reading Room for in-depth research.
Archival Collection
Library Collection
The Carole Weinstein Holocaust Research Library contains over 5,000 volumes on the Holocaust and modern genocide. Resources include an extensive number of scholarly works, as well as literature, documentary films, feature-length films, periodicals, and sound recordings. The library collection is non-circulating, but researchers are encouraged to use the materials in our Reading Room.
Archival Reading Room
The Barbara and Fred Kort Foundation Reading Room is available for anyone interested in doing research with the Virginia Holocaust Museum. To request a research appointment with our staff, please fill out our Request Appointment form by clicking the blue button below. We will respond within 72 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use the Virginia Holocaust Museum Archives and Research Library?
The Virginia Holocaust Museum welcomes students, educators, scholars, genealogists, family members, and anyone interested in Holocaust history. Researchers are encouraged to explore our collections and schedule an appointment if they wish to use materials in the Reading Room.
What materials are included in the Museum's archival collections?
The Archives preserve thousands of historical items, including artifacts, photographs, documents, artwork, textiles, furniture, oral histories, and more than 300 individual collections donated by Holocaust survivors, liberators, rescuers, witnesses, and their families.
What can I find in the Carole Weinstein Holocaust Research Library?
The Carole Weinstein Holocaust Research Library contains more than 5,000 books and research materials related to the Holocaust and modern genocide. The collection includes scholarly works, memoirs, literature, documentaries, feature films, periodicals, and audio recordings.
Can I borrow books from the Research Library?
No. The Carole Weinstein Holocaust Research Library is a non-circulating collection. Materials may be used onsite in the Barbara and Fred Kort Foundation Reading Room during your research appointment.
How do I search the Museum's collections?
You can search both the Archives and the Research Library using the online search tools available on this page. Each search provides information about materials held in the Museum's collections.
Do I need an appointment to conduct research?
Yes. Researchers wishing to access archival materials or use the Reading Room should complete the online appointment request form. A member of the Museum staff will respond within 72 hours to coordinate your visit.
Is there a fee to use the Archives or Research Library?
No. Access to the Museum's Archives and Research Library is provided to support education and research. There is no fee to use these resources.
Can I donate Holocaust-related materials to the Virginia Holocaust Museum?
Yes. The Museum welcomes inquiries about potential donations of artifacts, photographs, documents, letters, and other materials related to Holocaust history. Please contact the Collections Department to discuss your donation before sending or delivering items.
Can I access the collections online?
Many archival records and library resources can be searched online. Some materials may only be available for viewing in person due to preservation needs, copyright restrictions, or collection policies.
Who should I contact if I have questions about my research?
If you have questions about the Museum's collections, research appointments, or archival materials, please contact the Virginia Holocaust Museum's Collections Department using the "Ask a Question" button below. Staff members are happy to assist researchers whenever possible.