Hazak Lunch & Learn: Exhibiting Remembrance
At our March Hazak Lunch & Learn, Brandon Hearty will draw on his experience developing two major exhibitions—Violins of Hope and One Thread, Six Million Lives—to explore how history, memory, and material culture come together in public storytelling. Brandon will reflect on the research, creative choices, and ethical responsibilities involved in translating Holocaust history into accessible, meaningful exhibitions, while expanding on the themes and stories presented in each. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about remembrance, education, and the power of exhibitions to foster understanding and community.
About the Speaker
Brandon Hearty is a Calgary-based cultural professional and community volunteer with a strong commitment to Holocaust remembrance, education, and civic engagement. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Brigham Young University and a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Calgary. His academic training in the arts has equipped him with a broad skill set grounded in research, visual storytelling, and public engagement.
He first became involved with Calgary’s Jewish community two years ago through the Violins of Hope exhibit at the National Music Centre, where he served as Manager of Exhibition Development. Now working at Contemporary Calgary, Brandon continues to volunteer his time and talents in service of the community motivated by a commitment to collective memory and education. Most recently, he played a key role in producing the One Thread, Six Million Lives exhibit at the Central Library in honour of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
