Programs at the Magnes
Natalia Romik and Francesco Spagnolo during the 2023 program Hideouts. The Architecture of Survival in the Holocaust
The Magnes educational and public programs include tours, lectures, artist talks and scholarly symposia, as well as collaborations with local cultural and performing arts institutions.
Cal 2025 Homecoming Weekend Gallery Tour
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop by the Magnes during UC Berkeley's Alumni and Parents Weekend at Homecoming for a free guided tour of the new exhibition, "Flowing through Time and Tradition"
Gallery Tour | Flowing through Time and Tradition
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop by the Magnes for a free monthly gallery talk with the curator of the new exhibition, "Flowing through Time and Tradition."
Beit Midrash Study Session | Chaos and Creation
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesThe second in a series of creative, collaborative study sessions inspired by the art and objects on view in "Flowing through Time and Tradition." Led by visual artist Adina Polen, this session will use Jewish sources and art materials as foundations for exploring the vital juncture of chaos and creation.
Outsider. Freud | Film Screening and Conversation
UC Berkeley Art Museum and the Pacific Film Arcive 2155 Center Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesJoin us at BAMPFA for a screening of the landmark documentary "Outside Freud" followed by a panel discussion with the filmmaker; distinguished expert Dr. Harriet Wolfe, immediate past president of the International Psychoanalytical Association; and New Lehrhaus' executive director, Robby Adler Peckerar, Ph.D.
PJ Library Story Hour
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop by the Magnes for PJ Library's Story Hour, presented in partnership with PJ Library Bay Area. Each session features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them.
Jewish Arts & Bookfest
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesIn the Magnes tradition of incubating Jewish cultural events and in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, the Arts & Bookfest will bring together authors and artists for panel discussions, workshops, readings, teen programs, and performances that showcase the Jewish experience through art, culture, and storytelling.
Additional Program Resources
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Previous Programs
Explore The Magnes Collection’s broad range of educational and public programs.
Program Recordings
Enjoy The Magnes Collection’s video archive of past programs including lectures, music performances, and curatorial conversations.
Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP)
Offering an opportunity to earn academic credit and gain experience in the arts.