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Eva Reichmann: Witness, Historian, Legacy
With this lecture series, we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Eva Reichmann —The Leo Baeck Institutes in London, Jerusalem, and New York are launching a new annual lecture series in honour of this important historian and sociologist.
Who was Eva Reichmann?
Eva Reichmann (1897–1998) was a pioneering scholar of antisemitism and a central figure in the post-war reconstruction of Jewish life and memory. Reichmann combined academic rigour with a deep moral commitment to documenting the experiences of victims of Nazi persecution.
As Director of Research at the Wiener Library in London, she initiated one of the earliest systematic efforts to collect eyewitness accounts of Nazi persecution – a project that laid the groundwork for later testimony collections around the world. The lecture series bearing her name seeks to commemorate this legacy and to reflect on the broader contributions of scholars and scientists persecuted under National Socialism.
First Lecture will be held in London + Online
Join us for the inaugural Eva Reichmann Lecture, hosted by the Leo Baeck Institute London. This special event celebrates the legacy of Dr. Eva Reichmann, a pioneering historian whose groundbreaking work continues to shape our understanding of Nazi persecution and Holocaust historiography. The event takes place with generous support from the Finkelstein Foundation.
Please note the Online Event will take place 7.30 pm German time.
Programme
1. Welcome & Introduction
Dr. Joseph Cronin (Director, Leo Baeck Institute London) and Dr. Toby Simpson (Director, The Wiener Holocaust Library) will open the evening by reflecting on Eva Reichmann’s enduring connection to both institutions and the significance of the new lecture series.
2. Roundtable Discussion
An expert panel of scholars will explore Reichmann’s life, work, and impact:
- Dr. Christine Schmidt (Wiener Holocaust Library)
- Dr. Bea Lewkowicz (Association of Jewish Refugees)
- Prof. Natalia Aleksiun (University of Florida)
Topics will include Reichmann’s efforts to collect eyewitness accounts, her role in shaping Holocaust scholarship, and the contemporary relevance of her work in understanding antisemitism and historical memory.
3. Q&A Session (20–30 minutes)
Followed by light refreshments.
The inauguration will be live-streamed and recorded. Attendance is free, but registration is required
This event is co-hosted by the The Leo Baeck Institute London and The Wiener Holocaust Library.
November, 6th 2025
Wiener Holocaust Library
29 Russell Sq
London WC1B 5DP
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