Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) & the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) ● Listen to lectures from leading scholars

The Two Museums Program (TMP) is a partnership between Adelphi University and the International March of the Living, which was launched in 2023 by Dr. David Machlis and Social Entrepreneur Lee Maschler.



Initially, TMP was an immersive educational experience aimed at college students exploring the shared and distinct histories of Black and Jewish communities. The program aimed at inspiring students from these two communities to unite to face the current challenges posed by antisemitism, anti-black racism, and intolerance.

Since its founding, TMP has expanded its scope to include members of many diverse communities with a focus on college age students interested in reaching across boundaries to build a better world for all humanity.



Led on the ground by Dr. David Machlis and Professor Joseph Celentano, both from Adelphi University, students participate in guided visits to two landmark Washington DC museums – the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM).

The program includes educational lectures and discussions by leading scholars that encourage meaningful dialogue, historical understanding, and civic responsibility.

TMP is offered to college students, including those interning in Washington, D.C., providing a unique opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage in conversations that matter. The program is fully funded by generous donations received from those committed to learning from the past to promote a more peaceful and inclusive society.

Session 1: June 9 (5:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
Session 2: June 10 (5:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
Session 3: June 16 (5:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
Session 4: June 17 (3:00 PM – 9:30 PM)

The 2026 Two Museums Program is specifically aimed at Washington, DC interns and takes place over four dates during the second and third weeks of June (see itinerary above). Participants will earn a certificate in Ethical Leadership from Adelphi University.

Click each logo below for more information on both Adelphi University and March of the Living.

VIsit our Media Gallery for pictures taken by participants of TMP and produced content also filmed and edited by past participants of the program. Click here for the Media Gallery.