Welcome to the Straus Historical Society Website
In the spring of 2012, SHS participated in several events surrounding the 100th Anniversary of the Sinking of the Titanic. Isidor and Ida Straus were on the Titanic's maiden voyage. Their story has captivated people around the world.
These events, intended to memorialize and celebrate their lives, were conducted throughout the month of April and were held in a variety of venues. The photographs in the slideshow below are just a glimpse into the incredible experiences that family, friends, and members of SHS had during these events.
These events, intended to memorialize and celebrate their lives, were conducted throughout the month of April and were held in a variety of venues. The photographs in the slideshow below are just a glimpse into the incredible experiences that family, friends, and members of SHS had during these events.
The Straus Historical Society fosters educational activities with respect to the settlement of Jews in the United States and, in particular, the family of Lazarus and Sara Straus, their ancestors and their descendants. The focus of the Society's activities on the Straus Family is based on the family's involvement in government, commerce, and philanthropy.
The history of the Straus family is part of world history. It is written for the present. It provokes discussion, imagination and creation. It ties the present with the past and draws pathways to the future.
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