People of Hope Museum Scheduled to be in Lubbock September 2026
Catholic Charities of Lubbock is proud to announce that it has been selected as an official host site for the People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors traveling museum, a nationwide storytelling initiative produced by Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA). The museum will visit Lubbock September 21–22, 2026, and will be free and open to the public at the Diocese of Lubbock, 4620 4th Street.
The People of Hope Museum is a first of its kind, immersive mobile experience housed inside a digitally outfitted semitruck. Over a three-year national tour, it will visit more than 150 communities across the United States to inspire service, strengthen community connection, and highlight the transformative impact of Christian compassion.
Funded through a 2024 grant of nearly $5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of its National Storytelling Initiative on Christian Faith and Life, the museum showcases 42 original video stories told by Catholic Charities staff and volunteers nationwide. Each narrative offers a powerful glimpse into what it means to bring hope to someone facing their darkest moment.
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In addition to the storytelling videos, the People of Hope Museum includes:
- An interactive poverty simulation that allows visitors to step into another person’s lived experience.
- A curated learning library with audio excerpts from leading thinkers including Arthur Brooks, Matthew Desmond, and Robert Putnam.
- National and local data illustrating the scope of need and the importance of community-based support
- A recording studio where attendees can share their own stories of hope, service, and connection.
“Filled with inspiring stories of neighbors helping neighbors, the People of Hope Museum will restore your faith in humanity,” said CCUSA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson. “We are thrilled to bring this experience to communities nationwide, including here in Lubbock.”
“We are honored to welcome the People of Hope Museum to Lubbock,” said Cynthia Quintanilla, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Lubbock. “Every day, we witness how compassion transforms lives—one family, one neighbor, one small act of kindness at a time. Hosting this museum allows our community to celebrate those stories and be inspired to create new ones. We hope every visitor leaves with a renewed sense of connection, purpose, and hope.”
The Lubbock stop is part of the museum’s 2026 route, covering 21 states from Texas to Ohio and from Maine to Florida. The People of Hope Museum will be open in Lubbock on Monday, September 21, 2026 and Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
For more information about the People of Hope Museum or to receive updates about the national tour, visit https://peopleofhope.us/