FAQs
What is the Nova Exhibit? The Nova Music Festival Exhibit is a moving, immersive experience that tells the story of the October 7 attack in Israel and the “Tribe of Nova”. The immersive installation sets out to recreate an event dedicated to peace and love that was brutally cut short by Hamas’s attack on Israel from Gaza on that fateful day. Through powerful visuals, survivor testimonies, and personal artifacts, it honors the lives lost and invites visitors to bear witness. More information is available at novaexhibition.com.
Who created and manages the exhibit? The Tribe of Nova is fully responsible for the exhibit’s content, logistics, and operations. Our role has been to provide critical funding, raise awareness, and help ensure the community has meaningful opportunities to engage.
How can I attend? General admission tickets and special event details will be available at novaexhibition.com (you’ll see Toronto information up there now).
Is this exhibit appropriate for everyone? The content is emotional and intense, but powerful. It’s designed for adults and older teens. Whether someone is closely connected to the Jewish or Israeli community or not, the exhibit offers a moving opportunity to reflect on freedom, resilience, and humanity.
How is Federation involved? The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington helped raise the funds to make the exhibit possible in Greater Washington. We’re also using this moment to elevate community voices, deepen understanding, and strengthen connections across Jewish and civic life.
How can I support this effort or the Federation’s ongoing work? We are still raising funds to support the exhibit and our broader efforts in crisis response, trauma recovery, and building community resilience. If you’d like to explore a gift, we’d be honored to connect you with one of our team members.
How long will the exhibit be in DC? The Nova Exhibit typically closes on Mondays. Given the short timeline, it will be open seven days a week, including Saturdays. In observance of Shabbat, the exhibit will close early on Fridays.
When will the delegation be at the exhibit? There will be two delegations, each including approximately five survivors and family members, who will be present at the exhibit. Some testimonies will be pre-scheduled as part of the Nova Voices of Resilience campaign, while others may be shared spontaneously. Each delegation will be accompanied by a therapist.
What is the cost to attend the exhibit? General admission is $18 per person. To arrange a visit that includes survivor testimony, the cost is $54.
What is the security plan? The Nova Exhibition implements thorough security measures to ensure visitor safety. Please visit novaexhibition.com for more information.
Will I be able to purchase food and beverages? Bringing outside food or drinks into the exhibit areas is prohibited. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and dine before or after their visit.
Is the exhibit ADA-accessible? Yes, the Nova Exhibition venue is accessible and accommodates visitors with disabilities.
I am a member of the media. Who is my point of contact? For press inquiries or to feature the exhibition, contact nova@thetarogroup.com. An on-site media center is available for content creators, podcasters, and invited media to host interviews and reflect on the exhibit. To schedule a visit, fill out the online request form.
