Two people reading the Jewish Transcript, Seattle Hebrew Academy, approximately 1962

Two people reading the Jewish Transcript, Seattle Hebrew Academy, approximately 1962

Courtesy of UW Special Collections


Publications

Sharing Jewish history through publications and media

WSJHS publishes books, newsletters, and brochures showcasing Jewish history in Washington state. Our most recent publication is the oral history How-To Guide. WSJHS partners with media outlets to promote new publications and exhibitions, bringing Jewish stories to a wider audience.


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Oral History How-To-Guide

Print your copy of the FREE oral history How-To Guide and learn to preserve oral histories. The How-To Guide provides a step-by-step approach to oral history, enabling families and organizations to preserve their own stories.

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Published Work

WSJHS publications document and share the diverse history of Jewish life in Washington state. Our books, ranging from oral history guides to scholarly works, provide valuable insights and connect readers to the community's past and present

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Press Releases

Stay up to date with the latest news and announcements from WSJHS. Explore press releases about new programs, partnerships, exhibits, and milestones in our mission to preserve and share Jewish history in Washington State.

Washington State Jewish Historical Society Launches Updated Hear O’Washington Oral History Program
June 16, 2025
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'Confronting Hate Together' will finally be displayed, but not at the Wing Luke Museum
May 28, 2025
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Washington State Jewish Historical Society Celebrates Second Edition Release of Family of Strangers Book
May 17, 2022
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Washington State Jewish Historical Society and Samis Foundation Launch New Digital Exhibit on the Life of Sam Israel and the Samis Foundation and Announce Publication of Israel’s Biography
January 11, 2022
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The Washington State Jewish Historical Society PRESENTS AN INTERVIEW ON CIVIL RIGHTS IN HONOR OF THE 60TH ANNIVESARY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING’S VIST TO THE CITY OF SEATTLE
January 6, 2020
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Agents of Change: 20 Remarkable Jewish Women of Washington State opens April 28 at Washington State History Museum
April 15, 2019
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