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New Exhibition

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 AUGUST 27, 2024 – MAY 15, 2025

In Plain Sight: Jewish Arts and Lives in the Muslim World

Co-curated by Magnes Curator Dr. Francesco Spagnolo and scholar of Islamic art Dr. Qamar Adamjee, In Plain Sight: Jewish Arts and Lives in the Muslim World showcases Jewish objects originating from Muslim lands that reflect cultural affinities and common threads.

UPCOMING EVENTS

From Sanandaj to Essaouira: Journey through Modal Music

Dec 12 @ 5:30 pm

Join the Magnes for a lecture and performance by Elana Sasson, Persian/Kurdish-American composer and vocalist.

NEWS

Remembering Florence Helzel

Florence B. Helzel, a former Curator of Prints and Drawings and dedicated supporter of the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life passed away on November 4, 2024, at the age of 103.

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News about The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life. Learn about exhibitions, programs, events, and collection highlights.

Remembering Florence Helzel

Remembering Florence Helzel

Florence B. Helzel, a former Curator of Prints and Drawings and dedicated supporter of the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life passed away on November 4, 2024, at the age of 103. We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend and our thoughts are with her family...

Shanah tovah!

Shanah tovah!

Thank you for being part of the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life's community.We wish you and yours a sweet, happy, and healthy new year.Please enjoy and share this curated selection of 120 vintage Rosh Hashanah greeting cards from the Magnes's postcard...

Supporting Teaching and Learning

Supporting Teaching and Learning

With the start of a new year, I feel the return of excitement and energy to the Magnes. We are welcoming visitors to our newest exhibition, In Plain Sight: Jewish Arts and Lives in the Muslim World, faculty and staff are approaching us with opportunities for...

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