Jewish Museum of Australia

Jewish Museum of Australia Information

The Jewish Museum of Australia is an award-winning museum showcasing the rich history and diverse culture of the Jewish people with a particular focus on Australian Jewish life, past and present. Discover Jewish traditions, learn about the migration of Jewish people to Australia, and explore Jewish culture and Australian Jewish life in the 21st Century. History is brought to life through permanent exhibitions as well as regularly changing temporary exhibitions. A range of educational and participatory programs and short courses are also available.

Experience Jewish culture. Engage in ritual. Participate in the journey of discovery.

Permanent Exhibitions:

- The Australian Jewish History Gallery - tells of the unique contribution of Jews in Australia over the last 200 years.

- The Timeline of Jewish History - a remarkable journey through 4,000 years of tumultuous Jewish history.

- The Jewish Year - celebrates the annual cycle of festivals and holy days that give rhythm and form to Jewish life.

- Belief and Ritual - examines the enduring religious beliefs and traditions that have bound Jews together throughout the years.

- Kalman Katz Coin Collection - an extensive collection of Israeli coins, notes and medals from 1948 to 1998, plus a selection of ancient coins.

Temporary Exhibitions:

- Mameloshn - How Yiddish made a home in Melbourne showcases the complexities, the controversy, the theatre, music and politics of the Melbourne Yiddish community, and the lasting contribution of a language and culture that has been woven into what is now multicultural Melbourne.

- The Babel Project - an innovative and creative community arts project that is a raw, honest and gritty celebration of Melbourne's multicultural community.