3 Jewish Museums You Should Visit

Have you ever wanted to visit a Jewish museum, but didn't know where to start? Well, this list is for all you Jewish travelers out there. Here's a selection of the most beautiful Jewish museums from all over the world to inspire you on your next Jewish vacation. Hopefully, it'll encourage you to actually book that trip and explore the world – one Jewish Museum at a time!

The Jewish Museum

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This museum is located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City. This structure was formerly known to be the beautiful Felix M. Warburg House. The museum now serves as a center for remembering both the past and present experiences of Jews around the world by providing educational programs for both adults and children.

This is one of the oldest Jewish museums in the world and it has more than 30,000 works of contemporary art and artifacts about Jewish history and heritage for over more than 4,000 years. It offers a fascinating exploration of Jewish culture for both locals and tourists alike.
Museum of the Art and History of Judaism

The Museum of the Art and History of Judaism is located in Paris, France in the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan in the Marais district. The museum was established in 1998 and is considered the largest Jewish art and history museum in France.

The Museum of the Art and History of Judaism highlights the Jewish history and background of France through its artistic and cultural heritage, with its collection that includes over 12,000 significant Jewish items and documents from all over Europe.

Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives

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The Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives is located in the historical Jewish quarter of Budapest, Hungary. This is a contemporary museum that highlights the Jewish presence in Hungary and its history. It was founded in 1989 by The Association of European Jewish Museums (AEJM) who wanted to open the doors to positive and worthwhile conversation regarding Jewish history, culture, and tradition.

Today, it houses about 1,500 artifacts as well as Judaica archives and especially extraordinary items. This museum is one of the most visited Jewish museums in Europe because of its modern and up-to-date exhibitions.

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

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The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Jewish people in the United States. The museum was founded in 1976, and showcases more than 20,000 artifacts from across America's rich Jewish history.

If you’re looking for interesting and unique Jewish tours, The museum's exhibits incorporate state-of-the-art interactive technology, which brings these stories to life. This helps make learning about Judaism interesting for both adults and children alike! It’s a great spot to visit when you’re staying in Philadelphia for vacation.