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What's On at The Magnes

Exhibitions and Public Programs that foster community, learning, and deeper understanding.

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The Magnes Collection

The material culture of Jewish life throughout history and across the globe.

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Research at The Magnes

Explore the archives, library, exhibitions, and holdings on site and online.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Virtual | Community Conversations with Executive Director Hannah Weisman

Jul 17 @ 4:30 pm

Join Executive Director Hannah Weisman and museum staffers virtually for a community conversation about the Magnes. Hannah will share a brief update on the museum’s current activities and upcoming plans. Come together on Zoom to share your favorite Magnes stories along with your thoughts about the present and creative ideas for the future.

NEWS

Magnes Announces Senior Staff Retirements

The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life announces the retirement of Dr. Francesco Spagnolo, and Julie Franklin. Both will step down from their roles on July 1, 2025, after twenty years of transformational leadership and close collaboration.

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

The Magnes Community Conversations in July 2025

The Magnes Community Conversations in July 2025

For the third consecutive year, the Magnes will host a series of Community Conversations with Executive Director Hannah Weisman to engage in meaningful dialogue around the museum’s past, present, and future. “The Magnes originated as a community entity,...

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Support Your Jewish Museum

The Magnes swelled with energy as 300 people packed the building to learn from and engage with more than 30 artists, authors, and curators during the museum’s Jewish Arts & Bookfest on May 4. And on a mild evening in March, music, laughter, and dancing filled the...

Magnes Announces Senior Staff Retirements

Magnes Announces Senior Staff Retirements

The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life announces the retirement of Dr. Francesco Spagnolo, Curator, and Julie Franklin, Registrar and Rights and Reproductions Manager. Both will step down from their roles on July 1, 2025, after twenty years of transformational...

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The Magnes Collection’s “What’s On” e-newsletter provides up-to-date news about the collection, exhibitions, and programs.

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