LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – (News release from Catholic Charities of Lubbock) <\/p>\n
Catholic Charities of Lubbock will host the People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors traveling museum, a nationwide storytelling initiative produced by Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA).<\/p>\n
The museum will visit Lubbock on September 21\u201322, 2026, and will be free and open to the public at the Diocese of Lubbock, 4620 4th Street.<\/p>\n
The museum will be open from 11AM to 7PM on Monday, September 21st, and from Noon to 6PM on Tuesday, September 22nd. A City of Lubbock Mayoral Proclamation is scheduled for Monday at noon, a Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting on Monday at 4PM, followed by a blessing by Most Rev. Robert M. Coerver, Bishop of The Catholic Diocese of Lubbock.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Funded through a grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc. the museum showcases 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.<\/p>\n
The People of Hope Museum includes an interactive poverty simulation, a curated learning library with audio excerpts from leading thinkers, national and local data illustrating the scope of need and the importance of community-based support, and a recording studio where attendees can share their own stories of hope, service, and connection.<\/p>\n
Cynthia Quintanilla, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Lubbock, says, \u201cEvery day, we witness how compassion transforms lives\u2014one 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.\u201d<\/p>\n