107: Candles Holocaust Museum, Part 1: Flames of Intolerance

In the quiet hours where today fades into tomorrow, a sinister glow rose in Terre Haute, Indiana — a fire set with malice, intended to erase the somber echoes of history. This episode of "Hometown History Podcast" takes you to the chilling morning of November 16, 2003, when hatred struck in the form of a firebomb, ravaging the heart of the CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center, a sanctuary dedicated to preserving the truth of a dark past. The flames consumed more than just the building; they attempted to silence the stories, the tangible memories, and the personal belongings of those who survived humanity's darkest time. This assault on memory itself speaks volumes of the shadows that still linger in corners of the present, reminding us why the lessons of history must never be forgotten. We invite you to join us as we sift through the ashes of this tragedy, to understand not only the depth of loss but the unyielding resolve to rebuild and educate future generations. This story continues, and so does our commitment to bringing the past to light, at itshometownhistory.com. Please, stand with us in remembrance and in defiance of those who would seek to set history ablaze. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.