GREENVILLE, S.C. – Greenville Jewish Federation staff and members of the Upstate community will be taking part in the 80th Commemoration of the Liberation of Auschwitz later this month.
The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust will host the memorial on Monday, January 27th, 2025, at the Pastides Alumni Center in Columbia at 10:30 a.m. and is hosted in collaboration with University of South Carolina’s Anne Frank Center.
Key speakers include NBC's Chuck Todd and Governor Henry McMaster. The program features Holocaust survivors' children participating in a candle lighting ceremony.
Rev. Eric Manning (Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Charleston), Rabbi Erik Uriate (Tree of Life Reform Congregation, Columbia), and Rabbi Sam Rose (Temple of Israel Congregation, Greenville) will provide spiritual reflections.
The Fort Jackson Color Guard and 282nd Army Band will honor the occasion with the na7onal anthem and colors presentation. Music also will be performed by Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim and the University of South Carolina School of Music. The event will be livestreamed by SCETV at www.scetv.org/80thLiberation.
Courtney Tessler, CEO of the Greenville Jewish Federation, served on the planning committee for the event.
“In these troubled times, we want to take time to reflect on a day of liberation and history,” Tessler said.
About the Greenville Jewish Federation:
The Greenville Jewish Federation is a dynamic organization dedicated to serving and strengthening the Jewish community in Greenville and neighboring counties. With a rich history of philanthropy and community building, the Federation works tirelessly to support educational programs, social services, cultural events, and advocacy efforts that promote Jewish values, heritage, and unity.
To learn more about the Greenville Jewish Federation's initiatives and upcoming programs, visit www.jewishgreenville.org.
About the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust:
The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is dedicated to promoting Holocaust education and awareness throughout the state. The Council strives to ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are not forgotten and that future generations are equipped to recognize and combat hatred and prejudice. Learn more at
About the Anne Frank Center:
The University of South Carolina’s Anne Frank Center is the official partner of the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam for the US and Canada. It aims to inspire visitors to stand against antisemitism and bigotry by remembering Anne’s legacy. The Center offers educational programs, tours, and traveling exhibits to engage local communities and promote Holocaust education. Learn more at www.sc.edu/annefrankcenter.
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