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Big Give 2026

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

At UC Berkeley's Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, brilliance shines brightly every day, from transformative learning experiences in the museum to groundbreaking collections-based research. This BIG GIVE, we invite you to be that light to empower this extraordinary community by donating to the Magnes and being a part of UC Berkeley's biggest fundraising event of the year!

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Teens Take the Magnes | Flowing through Time and Tradition

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

The Magnes invites high school students who are interested in art, history, culture, and more to connect with each other and UC Berkeley faculty and staff at our upcoming teen event.

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History is Calling! Celebrating 130 Years of Jewish History in the Bay Area

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

Join the J. The Jewish News of Northern California and the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life for a free, family-friendly afternoon of programs and activities celebrating 130 Years of Jewish History in the Bay Area.

Featured Featured Event Series Beit Midrash Study Sessions | Flowing through Time and Tradition

Beit Midrash Study Session | Women, Water, and Care

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

The seventh in a series of creative, collaborative study sessions inspired by the art and objects on view in "Flowing through Time and Tradition." Author Elissa Strauss will lead us in an examination of two stories of biblical matriarchs, Rebecca and Rachel, focusing on their relationship with water. We will also incorporate readings on care ethics and care economics to consider the true value of the care provided with and through water.

Featured Featured Event Series PJ Library Story Hour

PJ Library Story Hour

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

Stop 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.

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Jewish Arts & Bookfest

Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United States

In 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.