Great Events Slated At Jewish History Museum!

Check out these upcoming events and opportunities at the National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia! On Deck! Chasing Dreams: Baseball and Becoming American Opens on March 13      There are people whose contributions to baseball history went far beyond mere batting averages or stolen bases. They didn't just play the game, they changed the game. For generations of American Jews and other minorities, they served as athletic, cultural, and ethical role models.  On March 13, just in time for the start of baseball season, we will open a groundbreaking new exhibition, Chasing Dreams: Baseball and Becoming American, highlighting these game changers and--just as importantly--the fans, ideals, and culture they inspired.  Mark your calendars for two events that will kick off a season filled with baseball-themed programming:  Want to see the exhibition before all your friends? Then become a member and attend our Chasing Dreams Members' Opening  on March 12 which will feature remarks by official historian of Major League Baseball, John Thorn and chief curator and director of exhibitions and collections at NMAJH, Dr. Josh Perelman.  Join us on March 11 for the annual Only in America Gala; click here to purchase tickets as advanced registration is required.  Rare Opportunity to See Original Washington Letter plus FREE Admission on Presidents' Day Bring your friends or family to the Museum on February 17, Presidents' Day, Detail, Portrait of George Washington (The Dunn-Robinson Portrait of Washington) Gilbert Charles Stuart, ca 1800. Philadelphia Museum of Art, GIft of the Honorable Walter H. Annenberg and Leonore Annenberg and the Annenberg Foundation, 2007. and the visit is on us! We have put together a fun and educational day of family-friendly interactive tours, story times, arts and crafts projects, and more! There is plenty for adults to do too!     While you're here, see the original letter -- written by George Washington to the Jewish Community of Newport, Rhode Island -- promising religious liberty for all. While this historic object is usually stored for preservation purposes, the Museum is proud to display the letter on the birthday of our nation's first president.  For more details of the day's activities, please click here. Program Highlight: Kabbalah's Impact on Art and Architecture What do Kabbalah, art, and architecture have in common? Find out on February 26 as author and architect Alexander Gorlindiscusses his fascinating new book, Kabbalah in Art and Architecture.    Book cover: Pointed Leaf Press If you want to read the book before the program, it is available at then Museum Store  online and on-site .   The book discussion begins at 7:30 pm, butdon't miss Gorlin's special 45-minute architectural tour of the Museum at 6:15 pm (space is limited).   $12 / $8 Members (program only) $22 / $18 Non-Members (program and tour) Find It Online: the University of Pennsylvania's David Ruderman Last month, Dr. David Ruderman of the Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University ofPennsylvania delivered an enlightening talk called"What Is the Early Modern Period and Why Should We Care?"  In his talk, Ruderman expounded on the discoveries made and ideas disseminated during the early modern period -- spanning roughly from the late 15th through late 18th centuries.   Listen to Ruderman's full-length talk on our website. If you'd like to learn more about his research,   you may also purchase his book at the Museum Storeonline and on-site.