Washington Jewish Museum
Generously funded by grants from: 4Culture; The Herbert and Rita Rosen Foundation; The Loeb Family Charitable Foundation; The Jewish Federation of Great Seattle; The Alfred and Tillie Shemanski Testamentary Trust; Humanities Washington and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the Coronavirus Aid; Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic stabilization plan of 2020; Helen Stusser; and other generous individuals.
Washington State Jewish Archives
The collections of the Jewish Archives are physically housed in the Special Collections Division of the University of Washington Libraries. The Jewish Archives are a collaborative project between the UW Special Collections and WSJHS.
Digital Exhibits & Collections
The Washington Jewish Museum is the first Jewish museum dedicated to preserving the stories, lives, memories, and events that have and continue to shape Jewish life in Washington State.
Stories of Jewish Washingtonians
This collection showcases the lives and experiences of Jewish Washingtonians whose stories have significantly contributed to shaping the state's landscape. Each profile offers a personal window into the individual's life, delving into their family, work, resilience, creativity, and connections across generations.
America 250
In 2026, the United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence—a once-in-a-generation milestone that invites reflection on our nation’s past, present, and future.
Explore this page to learn how WSJHS is engaging with America 250 and how you can be part of this important commemoration.
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