A Historic First for Missouri
For the first time in the United States, UNESCO Artist for Peace Luigi Toscano’s Lest We Forget enters Missouri classrooms. Inspired by a successful educational initiative in Germany, this pilot program launches in the Houston R-1 and Sedalia 200 school districts, expanding the exhibition’s impact beyond public spaces and into the next generation.
Learning Through Engagement
Students are not simply viewers — they become participants. Through guided dialogue, creative expression, and interactive projects, they engage deeply with survivor testimony and historical context. Educators ensure accuracy, thoughtful discussion, and age-appropriate exploration.
Carrying Memory Forward
By bringing Lest We Forget into schools, Missouri students take an active role in remembrance. They carry the lessons of history into their communities, helping to strengthen a culture grounded in dignity, empathy, and shared responsibility.
A Collaborative Effort
This educational initiative is funded by Bayer, spearheaded by Conversation Builds Character, and supported by the Missouri Holocaust Education and Awareness Commission — reflecting a shared commitment to education, remembrance, and civic responsibility.
More Information Coming Soon
For inquiries about the Lest We Forget Missouri School Exhibition Initiative, please contact
Conversation Builds Character at info@conversation
What You Will Experience
A walk-through installation of larger-than-life portraits that invite reflection and personal connection within an active public space
Powerful, non-graphic imagery that honors dignity while encouraging contemplation of history and our shared humanity
Brief biographical context accompanying each portrait, offering insight into individual stories of survival
Open, barrier-free access in shared public spaces, allowing visitors of all ages and abilities to explore at their own pace
Meaningful dialogue across generations, fostering thoughtful conversation among individuals, families, and communities
A deeply moving experience underscoring the enduring importance of compassion, courage, and human dignity
