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White posterboard with multiple signatures in colored markers. Illustration of two outstretched arms on the front. The upper half reads: "We lift our hands to God for you." The lower half reads: "St. Michael Catholic Family is praying for you." The reverse features additional signatures and a tree outlined in red in the lower center. Addressed to: "Tree of Life synagogue, Jewish community."
Poster with handwritten message in black marker reading: "My tears flow for the Tree of Life Congregation. My heart aches for the city I love. I mourn my country whose beacon of love and possibility is being extinguished by the hatred of a few." Illustrated with a red rose bud, which appears on the right center, underneath the words of the poem. Initialed lower right. Tape and punch marks on upper and lower corners and central edges.
Handwritten letter written in black ink on glossy, lined notebook paper. The author, who identifies themself as a Hindu, articulates their belief in the Hindu concept of the soul's eternal nature. They conclude their letter with a Hindu prayer transliterated and translated into English. Fading and spotting due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Typed condolence note with the names of the eleven victims of the October 27 attack listed in alphabetical order.
Handwritten letter in crayon from the [last name redacted] family. Rolled into a scroll and tied with a rainbow called string. The letter features a quote, beginning with the question: "Did I offer peace today," from the Dutch-Catholic priest, Henri Nouwen.
White poster that says "Love, Peace, Justice" in orange, blue, and yellow marker. Illustrated red heart lower left corner. Extensive staining and handwritten message in pencil, which appears on the right, is difficult to read due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial. Blank back.
Handwritten sign in marker on paper with blue and white zig zag pattern reading: "Love is strong, Hate is wrong." A heart appears in the lower right corner; various illustrations throughout.
Typed letter addressed to Jerry Rabinowitz from Louis D. Louis identifies himself as a gay patient of Rabinowitz during the 1980s. He thanks for Rabinowitz for his sensitivity and care. The letter is enclosed in a plastic page protector and has tape residue on the back from the Wilkins memorial.
Black poster with "Stronger Than Hate" written in white ink. An illustrated heart outlined in white ink with the letters "Pgh" written inside. Warped from water damage; dirt on the back due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Laserprint with inscription on black background; photographic reproduction with illuminated tea lights in upper left corner. Blank back.
Blank white posterboard.
Rectangular poster that says "Love one another right NOW" with music notes and pink hearts. Blank back.
White posterboard with dozens of hands in red and pink paint. Initialed in multiple colors by creators. The words "Hope and Love," peace signs, and Stars of David are scattered throughout.
Printed sign with red, blue, green, and purple ink. The sign reads: "Lifting up our prayers for the Tree of Life synagogue, victims, families, and first responders."
White foam core poster with an outline of the city skyline and "Pittsburgh city of love" written in red, black, and blue marker. Reverse side includes typed text about membership with the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts.
Handmade sign in green ink, reading: "Hate has no place here." Staining due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
Typed memorial note in honor of Joyce Fienberg. The author recalls personal details about Joyce's research career at the University of Pittsburgh and her caring personality.
Collage with a hand drawn tree with black ink in the center. Leaves made of multicolored tissue paper; two ready-made decorative leaf in orange, yellow, and peach fabric. Handwritten messages on either side.
Handwritten letter written in green ink on white coloring paper, folded in half, from Lizzie, age twenty. Addressed to Lizzie's community in Pittsburgh. Lizzie explains her impulse to write this letter: "I'm not sure how to put this in words, but I do know that I have the urge to send something." Lizzie identifies herself as Jewish in her card. Tearing in upper center may be due to exposure to the elements sustained at the Wilkins memorial.
White cardboard sign with handwritten message in black ink reading: "Hate and Violence are NOT the Answer." Staining and warping due to exposure to the elements at the Wilkins memorial.
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