America250 w/ Hasia Diner and Beth Wenger
Below is a list of resources that came up during the conversation:
1. How to Join America250 - Official Website
To find information on how to join the 250th anniversary celebrations or initiatives, visit the official website. The site includes details on membership options, upcoming events, and ways to get involved with the commemoration of this milestone.
The Sapir Journal is a publication that focuses on Jewish culture, literature, and scholarship. It provides articles, essays, and reviews that connect diverse aspects of Jewish life and thought. Check their official website for current issues and submission guidelines.
3. Interpreting American Jewish History at Museums and Historic Sites by Avi Decter
Avi’s book is vital for museum professionals during America250, offering insights into how Jewish communities have shaped American history through themes of immigration, resilience, and cultural evolution. The book emphasizes minority-majority relations and showcases innovative case studies that engage diverse audiences. It advocates for adaptive practices and inclusivity, ensuring museum narratives reflect America’s complexity. This resource encourages professionals to honor and represent all cultural stories as the nation continues to evolve.
4. Museum of Jewish Heritage - Project MahJong
Project MahJong is a curated exhibition designed by Melissa Yaverbaum, showcasing the cultural impact of MahJong in the Jewish community and beyond. For installation shots and programming insights, visit the Museum of Jewish Heritage's website, which hosts multimedia resources related to the project and its community engagement initiatives. Additional resources: Museum of Jewish Heritage in NYC's - installation shots from designer here; and CJM programming and videos articles about the traveling offering insight into the project and intersecting communities JRB, Kveller, Yiddish Book Center talk.
5. Latin American Jewish Museums Network
The newly formed network of Latin American Jewish Museums, led by Tammy Kohn, aims to connect and promote Jewish history and experiences within Latin America. Their website includes resources and information about museums across the region, allowing for greater understanding and exploration of the Latin American Jewish experience.
6. FENTSTER Exhibition, Evelyn Tauben
The exhibition "Wholesome Amusement," curated by Evelyn Tauben, explores shared experiences of Jewish and Chinese newcomers in Toronto through the work of a local Chinese-Canadian artist. Additionally, the webinar "ART OUT OF THE ARCHIVES" delves into connections between Yiddish theatre, Kung Fu films, and contemporary art.