by Laura Bratt | Dec 8, 2022 | Featured News, News
Beginning December 12th, Hannah Weisman will become the first full-time Executive Director of The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, bringing more than 20 years of experience in museum education and administration. Weisman most recently served as the Director...
by Laura Bratt | Dec 1, 2022 | News
Since its founding, The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life has reflected a living and ever evolving tradition, broadening our understanding of Jewish history and identity in striking ways. Now is a wonderful time to donate to The Magnes. Longtime supporter...
by Laura Bratt | Nov 28, 2022 | News
The Berkeley Public Library Foundation is pleased to announce that it has selected The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life as its 2023 Fred & Pat Cody Award recipient. Founded in Berkeley in 1962, The Magnes was one of the first Jewish museums in the US....
by Laura Bratt | Nov 23, 2022 | Featured News, News
Above photo: Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff installed the mezuzah in the official Washington, D.C. residence. Photo courtesy of The White House A sterling silver mezuzah from The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life now hangs at the official Washington,...
by Laura Bratt | Nov 18, 2022 | Featured News, News
Berkeley, CA—The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life (The Magnes) and the Division of the Arts & Humanities at UC Berkeley are pleased to announce the appointment of Hannah Weisman as its first Executive Director. Weisman’s appointment is the result of a...
