National Museum of American Jewish History

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National Museum of American Jewish History

Judaism in America

55 N 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
+1 215 923 3811
http://www.nmajh.org

Founded in 1976, the National Museum of Jewish American History explores the cultural, economic, political, and social evolution of Judaism in America. Exhibits like Creating American Jews examine the creation of Jewish identity in the U.S. by investigating the forces, positive and negative, that have resulted the proud Jewish-American tradition. Other displays include notable Jewish-Americans, the explanation and roots of holidays, as well as monuments to the festive and lighthearted side of the faith. The museum also has a gift shop with postcards and other souvenirs.

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National Museum of American Jewish History photo by Mark

National Museum of American Jewish History Photo: Mark

National Museum of American Jewish History photo by Ali Crehan Feeney

National Museum of American Jewish History Photo: Ali Crehan Feeney