Tolerance Education Center, Rancho Mirage

About Tolerance Education Center

The Tolerance Education Center in Rancho Mirage promotes tolerance, respect, and understanding through education about the Holocaust and lessons against hatred and bigotry. Founded by Holocaust survivor Earl Greif, the center features exhibits and Holocaust artifacts on display, including a Star of David badge and ghetto money from Lodz, Poland. Visitors can view survivor testimonies and explore educational programs designed to teach history and critical thinking while reducing prejudice. The center offers virtual field trips that educators can schedule and tailor to their lesson plans, along with student programs and classroom activities. Resources for educators support teaching about tolerance and civility. The center hosts events and programs throughout the year that engage visitors in learning about historical atrocities and contemporary issues affecting marginalized communities.