Paintings by Sofia Davidson, a Polish Jewish artist who survived World War II by fleeing Poland and spending years in hiding with her family, will go on display at the Rockwall County Library beginning Thursday, Aug. 13.

Admission is free.

The exhibition runs through Oct. 14 at the library, 1215 E. Yellow Jacket Lane. Davidson's works depict Jewish life before the war, the trauma endured during the Holocaust and the challenges of rebuilding afterward, according to Blue Ribbon News.

The exhibit is presented in partnership with the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission. The Goldrich Family Foundation funded the Sofia Davidson Collection, which is traveling to communities across Texas through the commission's educational outreach program.

"We are honored to bring this important exhibit to Rockwall County," said Tenille Miller, children's librarian at the library. "The artwork offers a powerful opportunity for reflection, education and remembrance while helping preserve the stories of those who lived through one of history's darkest chapters."

Opening night details

The library will host a special opening reception on Thursday, Aug. 13 with two sessions. The first, from 6 to 7 p.m., is limited to ages 18 and older according to the library's announcement and requires free registration at bit.ly/RCLSignUpGenius on a first-come, first-served basis. The second session, from 7 to 8 p.m., is open to the general public with no registration required.

The collection will remain on display for approximately two months, giving residents an extended window to visit during regular library hours.

More information about Davidson and her work is available at sofiadavidsoncollection.org. Details about the commission can be found at thgaac.texas.gov, and library information is at rockwallcountytexas.com/146/Library.