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.
Film Screening | In the Beginning Was Desire
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesJoin us before "The Beginning of Possibility" program on visual midrash for a special screening of Naomie Kremer and David Grubin’s film, "In the Beginning Was Desire," a mythopoetic journey through the story of Adam and Eve featuring renowned Biblical scholar Aviva Zornberg. The 40-minute film will start at 11:30am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 4:30 pm.
Visual Midrash | The Beginning of Possibility
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesIn the beginning was creation: ever since, Jews have delved into traditional texts to create new stories. This process, known as midrash, can be expressed in many forms, including works of visual art such as those featured in "Flowing through Time and Tradition." Join Jewish Studio Project Creative Director and author Rabbi Adina Allen and multimedia artist Naomie Kremer for a dynamic evening of visual midrash.
Gallery Tour | Flowing through Time and Tradition
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop by the Magnes for a free monthly gallery talk with the curator of the new exhibition, "Flowing through Time and Tradition."
Beit Midrash Study Session | The First Water is the Body: Tracing Streams
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesThe fifth in a series of creative, collaborative study sessions inspired by the art and objects on view in "Flowing through Time and Tradition." Led by Dan Alter, this session we will read, discuss, and compose poetry related to tracing the course of the running waters in our lives, our lands, and their paths in our bodies.
PJ Library Story Hour
Magnes Collection of Jewish Life and Art 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesStop 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.
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
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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.