At this critical moment in our history, the Sydney Jewish Museum is needed more than ever.
The tragic events of October 7 and the distressing rise of antisemitism since, place even greater importance on the educational and outreach role of the Sydney Jewish Museum, especially for those outside our community. Now, more than ever, we need to be courageous, stand up to antisemitism, challenge hatred and tell our story with pride.
Founded in 1992 by Holocaust survivors, the Museum preserves their personal stories, honours the victims of the Holocaust and educates future generations about the dangers of prejudice and intolerance. It helps build a more informed and respectful society.
For many of our non-Jewish visitors, the Museum is their first contact with Jews and with our Jewish story. Since its opening, over 1 million people have visited and this provides the Museum with a unique opportunity to combat antisemitism.
The Museum’s new Centre for Contemporary Jewish Life, expected to open in early 2027 alongside the existing Holocaust Museum, will add an exciting dimension to the Museum. It will tell our story of resilience and continuity through the ages.
It will foster an understanding of what it is to be Jewish, including the importance of Israel to Jewish identity. It will celebrate thousands of years of continuous culture and more than 200 years of contemporary Jewish life in Australia, and it will highlight our remarkable contribution locally and to the world.
Funds from this Capital Appeal will allow us to expand our educational programs, illuminate the positive aspects of Jewish life, culture, art and history and fill our building with more vibrancy, purpose and meaning.
Every donation has impact. More than ever, we need your investment to secure the future of the Sydney Jewish Museum.
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