Houses of Life Itinerary

Ceremony for the recognition of a House of Life by the Raoul Wallemberg International Foundation Silvia Costantini

Houses of Life in Rome: A pilgrimage into the memory of solidarity

TrailsJanuary 16, 2025

The Houses of Life, recognized by the Raoul Wallenberg International Foundation, are physical locations that provided refuge and hope during one of history’s darkest chapters: the Holocaust

Beautiful interior of St Joachim church essevu - Shutterstock

Church of St Joachim in Prati

SitesJanuary 15, 2025

This beautiful church played a heroic role during World War II by sheltering 35 individuals, including Jews and political dissidents, during the Nazi occupation

Plaque at General Curia of the Capuchin Friars Silvia Costantini

General Curia of the Capuchin Friars

SitesJanuary 15, 2025

During the Second World War, this Franciscan see in Rome became a sanctuary for over 4,000 Jews in France and Italy

Healthy Jewish Matzo bean ball soup with tomato sauce and broth Brent Hofacker - Shutterstock

Matzo Ball soup: A comforting classic with deep roots

Food and DrinkJanuary 15, 2025

Whether served during Passover or on a chilly day in New York City, matzo ball soup is a bridge between tradition and everyday life.

Plaque at Staderini Family Home Silvia Costantini

Staderini Family Home

SitesJanuary 14, 2025

In this house an Italian family protected two Jew children from Nazi persecution in 1943

The Tiber River in Rome, showing the Tiber Island on the left and the Ponte Fabrizio (Pons Fabricius) at the center. The dome on the right is the principal synagogue of Rome. By Nicholas Hartmann - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0