Rome and Jerusalem

U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art

Purpose: Direct interaction with magnificent Italian Jewish art from different eras portraying Italian Jewish culture and lore. The museum serves as a nucleus for community functions and activities and strengthens the close relationship between Israel and the culture and heritage of the Diaspora.

Process: Guided tour of synagogue and museum, including exhibits and video of Jewish communal life in Italy. Tour also deals with Jewish art, environmental influence on it and life in an Italian Jewish community in Israel today. Meet Italian Jews living in Israel for discussions. On Saturdays, participate in traditional service resembling that followed during the Second Temple period.

Implementors: Expert museum guides with B.A. and M.A. in Art Education.

Target Group: 12 years and older.

No. of Participants: 10-40 participants

Duration of Activity: 60-90 minutes.

Location of Activity: The Museum of Italian Jewish Art in Jerusalem.

Aids and Materials: Booklets explaining exhibits, audio-visual materials.

Special Requirements: None.

Project Coordinator: The U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art presents items and documents pertaining to Jewish life in Italy from the middle ages to the present, including magnificent ritual objects used in the synagogue, personal articles used in holiday observance and household articles. Its main attraction is the ancient synagogue of Conegliano Veneto, built in the 18th century.

For information and orders:
In Israel:
Museum of Italian Jewish Art.
Hillel Str. 27, Jerusalem,
Tel: 02- 241610 Fax: 02-251158
Contact Person: Ms. Ronit Steinberg.

In the USA:
Youth and Hechalutz Department .
110 E. 59th Str. N.Y.C. N.Y. 10022.
Tel: 212-339-6002 ; Fax: 212-755-4781

Contact Person: Zeev Machnai

See:Jewish Heritage