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Jewish Museum of Australia
26 Alma Rd, , 3182 Phone: 61 03 8534 3600 Timings: ,, www.jewishmuseum.com.auAbout
The Jewish Museum of Australia is an award-winning museum showcasing the rich history and diverse culture of the Jewish people with a particular focus on Australian Jewish life, past and present. Discover Jewish traditions, learn about the migration of Jewish people to Australia, and explore Jewish culture and Australian Jewish life in the 21st Century. History is brought to life through permanent exhibitions as well as regularly changing temporary exhibitions. A range of educational and participatory programs and short courses are also available. Experience Jewish culture. Engage in ritual. Participate in the journey of discovery. There are five permanent cultural exhibitions on at Jewish Museum of Australia and are described below. The 'Australian Jewish History Gallery' tells the unique contribution Jews in Australia have accomplished over the last 200 years. The 'Timeline of Jewish History' is a remarkable journey through 4,000 years of tumultuous Jewish history. The 'Jewish Year' celebrates the annual cycle of festivals and holy days that give rhythm and form to Jewish life. The 'Belief and Ritual' examines the enduring religious beliefs and traditions that have bound Jews together throughout the years. The 'Kalman Katz Coin Collection' an extensive collection of Israeli coins, notes and medals from 1948 to 1998, plus a selection of ancient coins.
