United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington DC

What an amazing and moving memorial and museum. I thought I knew a lot about the Holocaust prior but I learned so much more and the photos and names and preserved items were such incredibly respectful tributes to those people lost. I felt it was very very in depth, but depends on how much you process Ave available. Many school groups were just filing through rather rapidly. Especially important was how quickly(LESS than 6 months and Hilter had complete control) the Nazis took over everything. We actually could have stayed longer than the 5-6 hours we were there but had reservations to be elsewhere. I tend to look, watch and read as much as is offered since this may be my first and only visit to DC. I wish we had planned at least a full day here. It's bigger than it looks. We found a very good selection on books for purchase in the store. Helpful staff.

Posting one picture of what my son and I look like outside of the museum. As soon as I opened the doors, even prior to security...the feeling overtook me. I cried immediately and through the entire tour. You must come and experience the shoes. I am not posting alot of pics especially of the shoes out of respect. You must come visit the shoes before you pass.