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.
In person | Community Conversations with Executive Director Hannah Weisman
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesJoin Executive Director Hannah Weisman and museum staffers in person for a community conversation about the Magnes. Hannah will share a brief update on the museum’s current activities and upcoming plans. Come together to share your favorite Magnes stories along with your thoughts about the present and creative ideas for the future.
Opening Day | Flowing through Time and Tradition
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop by the Magnes to view "Flowing through Time and Tradition" on the first day the museum's newest exhibition is open to the public.
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"
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.