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The Tree of Life Unveils Updated Building Design
The Tree of Life today unveiled an updated and final design for the building that will house a new museum and institution dedicated to uprooting antisemitism. …. READ MORE
Following the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, leaders of The Tree of Life community, including survivors of the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, offered words of prayer and healing. In statements, The Tree of Life leaders called for the Annunciation community to be embraced as theirs was …. READ MORE
The Tree of Life Receives $2.5 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
The Tree of Life has received a $2.5 million grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation as the Pittsburgh-based institution transforms the site of the deadliest antisemitic attack in the United States into a national center for education, remembrance, bridge building and the celebration of Jewish life and culture. …. READ MORE
Our hearts break for Sarah and Yaron, and their families, friends and colleagues are in our prayers. May their memories be a blessing. We also grieve with all who were directly affected by last night’s attack … READ MORE
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Finding Words When We Have None
An update from Carole Zawatsky, CEO of The Tree of Life… READ MORE
The Tree of Life announced today that Amy Spitalnick and Daniel Greene are joining its Academic Advisory Council. As members of the Council, Spitalnick and Greene will play an integral role in advising on matters related to the organization’s mission to establish the first-ever museum in the United States dedicated to exploring the historical roots and modern manifestations of antisemitism.… READ MORE
The Tree of Life Receives $4 Million State Grant
The Tree of Life is thanking the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania after receiving a $4 million award through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) to support the ongoing reimagining of the site of the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. … READ MORE
A reflection from Diane Rosenthal, sister of David and Cecil and board member of The Tree of Life, on the Sixth Commemoration of 10/27… READ MORE
A reflection from Carole Zawatsky, CEO of The Tree of Life for the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah… READ MORE
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Amanpour
'This is an American problem; it’s not a Jewish problem': Tree of Life chair reacts to Boulder attack
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Associated Press
Arson attack on Pennsylvania governor’s home evokes trauma for state’s Jews
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CNN The Situation Room
Wolf Blitzer visits Tree of Life community as they break ground on new synagogue
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Associated Press
Ceremony marks start of rebuilding for Pittsburgh synagogue targeted in antisemitic mass shooting
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New York Times
Tree of Life synagogue to break ground on new sanctuary, and new Mission
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The Washington Post
Tree of Life exhibit sparks talk of guns and hate in Senate rotunda
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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Tree of Life groundbreaking brings hope for the future amid antisemitism concerns
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Associated Press
Tree of Life synagogue demolition begins ahead of rebuilding site of deadly antisemitic attack
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Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle
Demolition set to begin at Tree of Life building
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Washington Post
Tree of Life synagogue demolishes building five years after mass shooting
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USA Today
In 'bittersweet' move, Tree of Life synagogue to be leveled for mass shooting memorial site
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Demolition of Tree of Life synagogue building begins
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KDKA
Demolition of the Tree of Life building begins to make way for new design
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WPXI
‘It’s time for us to look forward’: Tree of Life Synagogue building demolition begins
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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Demolition of Tree of Life building begins, making way for memorial design